Sociology in Practice for Health Care Professionals

By Ron Iphofen and Fiona Poland

Book Overview

This introductory text encourages the application of sociological insights in health care. Health processes and outcomes are analysed in terms of social difference, inequality, opportunities and life chances. Key sociological concepts and theories are introduced by using practical exercises and an active learning approach. The book is written in an accessible style so that it can be used as a course text but will also appeal to individual readers at all levels in their career.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0333645766
• ISBN13: 9780333645765
• Release Date: May 1998
• Publisher: Red Globe Press
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.71 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"