Oxford Handbook of Midwifery

Condition: BRAND NEW ISBN: 9780198754787 Author(s): Janet Medforth Format: Paperback Language: English Year: 2017 Edition: 3rd Publisher: Oxford University Press Pages: 880 Series: Oxford Handbooks in Nursing

Description: Now in its third edition the Oxford Handbook of Midwifery continues to be the essential one-stop guide to the key principles of the care and management of pregnancy, birth and beyond. Concise yet comprehensive, with its recognisable and easy-to-use Oxford Handbook format, midwives will find this a treasure trove of clear, practical guidance. Whether you are a student needing a helping hand through the subject, or an experienced practitioner needing torefresh your knowledge in an emergency, you can be sure that this handbook will be there for you. Written by experienced midwives, and following the latest guidelines and key care protocols,this handbook is up-to-date and authoritative, with sections on sexual health, contraception, neonatal care and infant feeding. Each chapter includes assessment, diagnosis and management of care with treatment interventions. Now including new information on initiation of breast feeding with biological nurturing as well as a highlighted section on how to manage obstetric emergencies. Important psychosocial care issues are also addressed. This edition provides concise, practical and accessibleinformation in a logical sequence, as the layout follows the woman's journey through pregnancy, birth and early motherhood.

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