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More than 50 case studies bring community/public health nursing to life, helping you understand how the role of the public health nurse fits into the care of different and unique populations. Consistent format for each case study features objectives, unfolding case scenarios, review questions for the NCLEX®, open-ended critical thinking questions, and references. Companion readings from Elsevier’s Community Health textbooks (by Nies, Stanhope, and Edelman) are included so you can easily cross-reference relevant content. List of relevant Giddens concepts is provided for each case study. Answer guidelines are provided for all critical thinking and discussion questions. Estimated completion time for each case study allows you to plan ahead. Online User’s Guide includes an overview of public health nursing, a full description of each case study, and instructions for using the product NEW! Additional case studies address the increased need for public health nursing within the community, with new chapters on Bioterrorism and Terrorism, Immigrants and Refugees, LGBTQ+, and Older Adults. NEW! Updated core competencies reflect the 2021 Core Competencies for Public Health Professionals. NEW! Case studies for the Next Generation NCLEX® (NGN) are integrated throughout, helping you to develop clinical judgment skills and to prepare for the NGN