2004-2005 Clinical Practice Guidelines for Midwifery and Women's Health

by Tharpe, Nell

• ISBN13: 9780970141736
• ISBN10: 0970141734
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2004-10-25
• Publisher: Jones & Bartlett

Summary

The 2004-2005 Clinical Practice Guidelines for Midwifery & Women's Health approach midwifery care from a clinical perspective for the midwife who practices in any setting. The Guidelines are designed to stimulate critical thinking while providing key resources for support of midwifery care.A wide range of styles of midwifery care are included within the Guidelines. Options are included from current evidenced-based midwifery & medical care, as well as from traditional and empiric midwifery care. The primary focus is on meeting the needs of women in a manner that is both safe & woman-oriented.Each practice guideline is presented in an easy-to-use outline format, and includes:- Key Clinical Information- Components of the Client History to Consider- Components of the Physical Examination to Consider- Differential Diagnoses to Consider- Diagnostic Tests or Procedures to Consider- Therapeutic Measures to Consider- Alternative Measures to Consider- Client Education & Support Measures to Consider- Follow-up Care to Consider- Collaborative Practice: When to Consider Consultation or Referral

Table of Contents

Women first!	p. 3
Exemplary midwifery practice	p. 15
Care of the woman during pregnancy	p. 29
Care of the pregnant woman with prenatal variations	p. 51
Care of the woman during labor and birthing	p. 77
Care of the mother and baby after birth	p. 125
Care of the woman with reproductive health needs : care of the well woman	p. 145
Care of the woman with reproductive health needs : women undergoing the challenges of aging	p. 162
Care of the woman with reproductive health needs : reproductive health problems	p. 173
Care of women with primary health care needs	p. 215
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