2nd Ed.
2021 © Springer Publishing Company, Inc.
Gayle Huelsmann BSN RNC; Michelle Murray PhD RNC
ISBN-10: 0-8261-8475-8
eISBN-10: 0-8261-8476-6
Nursing, Evidence Based Medicine, Obstetrics/Gynecology
Description
New to the Second Edition:
- • Proper analysis of the partograph to facilitate appropriate patient interventions
- • Updated information about clinical pelvimetry
- • New information on psyche, including the religious, spiritual, and cultural dimensions of care
- • Setting priorities in triage and care related to postpartum hemorrhage
- • Identification of “myths” related to childbirth
- • Individualized patient care related to fetal distress and non-reassuring fetal status
- • Oxytocin infusion and its relationship to permanent Erb’s palsy and autism
- • Updated information on technology, including connectivity between smart IV pumps and the EMR
- • How to distinguish functional from mechanical dystocia and intervene to enhance fetal and maternal safety
Key Features:
- • Applies to nursing care of childbearing clients world-wide
- • Focuses on evidence-based practices
- • Written in engaging, easy-to-understand style for new nurses, seasoned practitioners, and nurses seeking certification
- • Enhances effective decision-making to optimize patient care and outcomes
- • Replete with informative references, relevant graphics, and review questions
- • Incorporates research to clearly explain concepts and best practices
- • Provides orientation fundamentals, checklists, and log charts
Doody's Reviews
Score: 57/100
Quotes, Reviews or Testimonials
"This is the second edition of a book that was first published in 2008. A new edition was needed as the evidence base for maternity care has grown since that time."
-- Tia Andrighetti, DNP, CNM (Frontier Nursing University) Doody's Review
"Where was this book when I was a new nurse just learning the ropes of labor and delivery? This is a true gem of a book-a must for any new grad going into labor and delivery. I recommend this book for every labor and delivery floor."
-- Cindy Curtis, RNC, IBCLC, CCE - previous edition
"The best one-stop reference book for the experienced and novice Labor and Delivery RN...Finally an excellent Labor and Delivery book by RN's -- for RN's."
-- Garla DeWall, RNC - Presbyterian Hospital in the Family Birthing Center - previous edition
Audience
Ideal for new nurses, seasoned practitioners, and nurses seeking certification. Recommended for every labor and delivery floor.
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