Nursing Ethics and Professional Responsibility in Advanced Practice, Third Edition focuses on the historical background, knowledge and leadership skills necessary to improve the quality of health for both individuals and society. The text takes a comprehensive approach in addressing contemporary health issues faced by healthcare professionals across a variety of settings. The Third Edition has been updated to reflect changes in the healthcare landscape and to explore how this impacts and expands the role of the advance practice nurse. New to the Third Edition: Exploration of the role of inter-professional ethics Expanded content on social justice including advocacy for vulnerable populations and global issues Additional content on gerontologic issues New content on men's health issues and substance abuse Focus on perioperative and CRNA issues