6th Edition
by AWHONN, M. Terese Verklan, Marlene Walden, Sharron Forest
Ensure you’re referencing the
most accurate information surrounding nursing practice in today’s
neonatal intensive care unit with AWHONN’s Core Curriculum for
Maternal-Newborn Nursing, 6th Edition. Developed by one of the most
authoritative associations in neonatal intensive nursing care, AWHONN,
this renowned guide provides in-depth coverage of the most common
neonatal disorders and their management ― focusing on the latest
evidence-based practice for preterm infants, medications, and
antepartum-intrapartum complications. Additionally, the concise outline
format makes information easy to find as it highlights the essentials
of each condition including the definition, etiology, pathophysiology,
signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests, treatments, and outcomes. With
timely content that sets the standard for neonatal nursing practice,
this trusted reference is an excellent resource for practicing nurses
working in any NICU worldwide.
- Content
developed by AWHONN,one of the most authoritative associations in
neonatal intensive care nursing, ensures the information is both
accurate and relevant.
- Concise
outline format provides access to important nursing considerations
associated with the management of the most common conditions in the
neonate.
- Full-scope coverage of
neonatal nursing practice provides information on families, ethics,
legal issues, research, case management, the transition to home, and
more.
- Focus on evidence-based
practice related to preterm infants, medications, and
antepartum-intrapartum complications sets the standard for neonatal
nursing practice.
- Strategies to
promote inclusionary care better reflect today’s nursing care today with
a focus on family-centered care, comprehensive perinatal records,
health care teams in the NICU, and infant care best practices.
- NEW!
Expanded information on breastfeeding and acquired opioid dependency
keep you informed with the latest best practices related to these two
everchanging areas.
- NEW! Updated
neonatal resuscitation guidelines ensures you follow the most up-to-date
protocols and procedures in this critical skill area.
- NEW! Additional tables and boxes help you quickly find important information.