Perinatal Nursing

by Kathleen Rice Simpson, Patricia A. Creehan

Co-published with the Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nurses (AWHONN), this book features a family-centered approach to perinatal nursing and examines the care of and needs of childbearing women and neonates. The text's many topics include: professional development; standards of care; legal considerations; and professional organizations. Aspects and ramifications of different care delivery systems, such as case management, critical pathways, and collaborative practice are explored. This revised edition contains two new chapters: Strategies to Develop an Evidence-Based Approach to Prenatal Care and Pregnancy and Childbirth Practices of Selected Cultures and Religions. Extensive appendices include sample care maps, guidelines, forms, and algorithms.

Genres: Nursing

726 pages, Paperback

First published April 8, 2001

Reviews

[Marina · Rating 5 out of 5]

Any perinatal nurse should have this book handy. It provides with background information to start thinking like a perinatal nurse. It also provides information for an experienced nurse on how to practice safely.

[Deborah]

Okay, so sometimes I have to work!

[Shelley VanOverbeke]

studying for my rnc

[Maureen · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read this entire textbook - studying for RNC exam