Routledge Anthropology of Nursing - Cultural Concepts Book

Improve your understanding of healthcare through the lens of anthropology with Anthropology of Nursing: Exploring Cultural Concepts in Practice. Published by Routledge, this book provides nurses and healthcare professionals with a framework to view nursing as both a profession and a distinct culture. By applying key anthropological concepts, the text helps readers critically consider nursing practice across various healthcare settings. Understanding the cultural aspects of nursing is essential for delivering appropriate care to service users. This book argues that to optimize their roles as patient care providers, nurses must engage with the specific realities of their work environments. It serves as a valuable resource for those looking to deepen their professional knowledge and improve the quality of care through a better grasp of cultural dynamics in medical settings.