Conceptual Basis for Rural Nursing

This book establishes a theoretical basis for the practice of rural nursing. It is the culmination of nearly 20 years of work by a dedicated group of rural nurse educators based at Montana State University to identify and define the concepts important to rural nursing. This book represents a significant milestone in the development of a knowledge base for health care practice in rural areas. It is designed to prepare students and practicing nurses with knowledge, skills, and abilities necessary to understand and care for people in sparsely populated areas.