Unit I. Economic and Political Aspects of Health Care Delivery. 1. Understanding the Health Care Environment. 2. Health Care Finance and Control. 3. The Political Process and the Nursing Profession -- Unit II. Appreciating the Development of Nursing as a Profession. 4. Exploring Nursing's Origins. 5. The Development of Nursing as a Profession. 6. Educational Preparation for Nursing -- Unit III. Legal and Ethical Responsibility and Accountability for Practice. 7. Credentials for Health Care Providers. 8. Legal Responsibilities for Practice. 9. Ethical Concerns in Nursing Practice. 10. Bioethical Issues in Health Care -- Unit IV. Career Opportunities and Professional Growth. 11. Beginning Your Career as a Nurse. 12. Preparing for Workplace Participation
