Examination of the newborn : a practical guide / Helen Baston and Heather Durward.
| Author/creator | Baston, Helen, 1962- author. |
| Other author | Durward, Heather, 1960- author. |
| Format | Electronic |
| Edition | Fourth edition. |
| Publication | Abingdon, Oxon ; New York, NY : Routledge, 2025. |
| Copyright Date | ©2025 |
| Description | 1 online resource (xvii, 240 pages) : illustrations (chiefly color) |
| Supplemental Content | Direct link to eBook |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Examination of the newborn: where are we now? -- In the beginning -- Fetal development : influential factors -- Assessment of fetal well-being -- Risks to the fetus during childbirth -- Neonatal examination -- Abnormal findings and congenital abnormalities -- Accountability and effective care. |
| Abstract | Newborn babies are examined at around 6 to 72 hours after their birth to rule out major congenital abnormalities and reassure the parents that their baby is healthy. This practical text is a step-by-step guide for all practitioners who undertake this clinical examination. Examination of the Newborn encourages the reader to view each mother and baby as unique, taking into account their experiences preconceptually, antenatally and through childbirth. The text covers: the role of the first examination as a screening tool normal fetal development parents' concerns and how to respond to them the impact of antenatal diagnostic screening the events of labour and birth the clinical examination of the neonate the identification and management of congenital abnormalities accountability and legal issues. This new edition is thoroughly revised throughout to meet current Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC), General Medical Council (GMC) and National Screening Committee standards. It reflects the new standards and key performance indicators from NHS England (2024). Case scenarios, model answers, questions and further reading help the reader to apply the content to their own practice. This textbook is particularly valuable for midwives and nurses undertaking Examination of the Newborn modules as well as a useful reference work for those already performing this role. It provides midwives and other practitioners involved in neonatal examination with a comprehensive guide to the holistic examination of the newborn infant. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Source of description | Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on March 27, 2025). |
| Issued in other form | Print version: Baston, Helen, 1962- Examination of the newborn Fourth edition. Abingdon, Oxon ; New York, NY : Routledge, 2025 9781032667829 |
| LCCN | 2024025986 |
| ISBN | 9781032667850 electronic book |
| ISBN | 1032667850 electronic book |
| ISBN | 9781040183502 electronic book |
| ISBN | 1040183506 electronic book |
| ISBN | 9781040325650 electronic book |
| ISBN | 1040325653 electronic book |
| ISBN | hardcover |
| ISBN | paperback |
| Standard identifier# | 10.4324/9781032667850 |
| Stock number | 9781032667850 Taylor & Francis |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Electronic Resources | Access Content Online | ✔ Available |