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Elseiver Australia's Rural Remote and Indigenous Health 3ed by Dade Smith, Janie
Australia's Rural, Remote and Indigenous Health 3e is a practical guide to the delivery of health care in rural and remote Australia. Drawing on personal experiences of rural practitioners, historical accounts, literature analysis and epidemiology, it discusses the economic, social and political forces that shape healthcare in rural and remote Australia._x000D__x000D_With limited current resources to support studies in rural and remote healthcare, this title bridges the gap offering valuable insight into Indigenous life and social determinants of health; and it is the perfect guide for those going onto rural placements._x000D__x000D__x000D__x000D_Only text covering both rural and remote health in Australia_x000D_Placement preparation with StudentConsult video interviews of experienced rural and remote practitioners providing first-hand experience of rural and remote practice_x000D_Pause and Think questions provide a framework to apply learned knowledge to practice_x000D__x000D__x000D__x000D_Pause and think question boxes train the reader to critically assess and apply concepts to practical situations._x000D_New Chapter: Working with Indigenous Australians - Written by Shannon Springer, describes how to consult with Indigenous patients and draws on his experience in clinical practice. It offers consultation signposts and practical principles for working with Indigenous Australians._x000D_New Chapter: Remote health practice - Written by Sue Lenthall, this chapter examines the differences and commonalities between the remote communities and then applies this information to a case study on 'a day in the life of a remote area nurse'. It presents a remote client consultation model and a StudentConsult audio consultation between a nurse and a distant doctor, as well as tips for working in remote practice. The audio consultation gives a first-hand account of the experience of a remote area nurse managing an emergency case._x000D_Video and audio content - video interviews of experienced rural, remote and Indigenous health practitioners as well as students. The videos contain first-hand experience of rural and remote practice as well as tips to help prepare those new to rural or remote practice._x000D_