Current Issues in Nursing

The editors' intention in the production of this book was to provide a realistic picture of the present state of nursing. Second, it aims to inform those undertaking pre-or post-registra­ tion nursing programmes and thus assist their understanding of the state of nursing. This topical book explores the current state of nursing, examines the new directions nursing is taking and also, importantly, looks to the future. With contributions from professionals at the forefront of nursing, the book seeks to examine some of the current issues in nursing at the present time, for example politics, research, education and management. The book will serve two fundamental purposes. Firstly it aims to stimulate debate and activity by all nurses in their particular sphere of influence, and in the wider world of nursing. Secondly, it informs those undertaking initial or post-registration nursing programmes and thus assist their understanding of the state of nursing.