Abstract
Those privileged to look after women during their labours and deliveries have a duty to practise to the highest standards. A clear understanding of what constitutes best practice will help to ensure the safety and health of mothers and babies through parturition. Whilst the encouragement of normality is implicit, abnormality in labour must be recognized promptly and, when necessary, must be appropriately managed to ensure best outcome. An understanding of normality and when and how to intervene are the keys to good clinical care. This textbook is an encompassing reference covering all the essential information relating to childbirth; it offers clear practical guidance across the width of labour and delivery. We are very grateful to those well-known leading experts who, despite their busy lives, have made such excellent contributions to this definitive text. Each chapter offers a modern authoritative review of best practice with the evidence base for good clinical care necessary to optimize outcome through appropriate clinical management and justifiable intervention. Whilst this is an ideal textbook for those training or taking examinations in labour ward practice, it offers all those professionals caring for the labouring woman a modern, evidence-based approach, which will help them understand and deliver the best possible clinical care. The importance of team working, prioritizing and the organization of maternity care receive appropriate emphasis with clear guidance and practical advice.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Best Practice in Labour and Delivery |
Publisher | Cambridge University Press |
Pages | Xi |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9780511635489 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780521720687 |
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Publication status | Published - 1 Jan 2009 |