A practical reference and guide to the essential educational needs of nursing students and health care professionals within the context of the most recent guidelines set by the South African Nursing Council. Integrates a wide range of perspectives; giving students a sense of their multiple responsibilities; while at the same time demonstrating and reinforcing the values and ethics that must form the foundation of all their duties. Aimed at nursing students and health care professionals. Contents include the following: • Professional ethical practice • Legal rights and responsibilities • Professional regulation; competencies; responsibilities and accountability • The management and planning processes • Financial management • Organisation and coordination of a health care unit • Staffing and staff development • Clinical leadership and supervision • Control and safety measures • Overview of the research process