Essentials of Fetal Monitoring

by Murray, Michelle L. Phd; Huelsmann, Gayle; Romo, Patricia

• ISBN13: 9780826132635
• ISBN10: 0826132634
• Edition: 3rd
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2006-10-27
• Publisher: Springer Pub Co

Summary

As over 85% of pregnant women entering labor and delivery floors undergo fetal monitoring, it is essential that nurses in this field are well-versed in the signs of fetal well-being and compromise obtained from FHR monitoring. Michelle Murray has created this workbook to provide a complete guide to fetal monitoring, useful for any nurse currently working in a labor and delivery setting and those just starting their studies. An essential volume covering almost all issues you encountered, including: ? Systematic assessment of the pregnant patient ? External and internal fetal monitoring ? A step-by-step guide to the different equipment and procedures of fetal monitoring ? Detailed reproductions of actual fetal monitor tracings ? NICHD definitions to describe alternative terminology for documentation ? Skill testing exercises and true/false questions at each chapter end ? Ways to identify ineffective actions that can delay timely interventions Along with its use as a training guide, Essentials of Fetal Monitoring is an excellent reference for use at the bedside and should be a part of any labor and delivery nurse's repertoire.