Publisher's Synopsis
The number of nurses working in general practice is rapidly incresing. They are fast becoming the first point of contact for patients attending health care centres. This text expands on the basic responsibilities which underpin practice nursing and considers each in turn.;Practice nurses enable patient-centred decision-making to take place and are actively involved in health promotion. They are continually developing their research based clinical practice and management skills are increasingly important, as are team building skills.;This book takes an approach that recognizes the practice nurse's particular skills in providing cost-effective care, and concludes by considering the future potential for practice nurses in the provision of quality care within the community.
