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OverviewExamination of the Newborn contains the most up to date and comprehensive information on how to perform a complete assessment of the newborn infant. Specialists from different disciplines provide in-depth information on examination of the body systems, and the book includes discussion of the psychosocial and emotional elements resulting from any unexpected findings. An essential purchase for all health professionals wishing to enhance the quality of care they provide. An essential guide to this most important of examinations The first book to assist in the recognition of the psychosocial and emotional elements of physical disability that may impact on the family Provides a multi-professional perspective, with contributors from specialists in their fields Each chapter addresses the subject from a holistic perspective that includes ethical, legal and psychosocial aspects as well as the physical Full Product DetailsAuthor: Lorna Davies (Lecturer in Midwifery, Christchurch Polytechnic and Institute of Technology, New Zealand.) , Sharon McDonald (Director of CPD & PG Portfolio, Senior Lecturer in Midwifery, Anglia Ruskin University, Cambridge, UK)Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences Imprint: Churchill Livingstone Dimensions: Width: 18.90cm , Height: 1.30cm , Length: 24.60cm Weight: 0.590kg ISBN: 9780443103391ISBN 10: 0443103399 Pages: 300 Publication Date: 10 June 2008 Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Replaced By: 9780702049552 Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: In Print Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock. Table of Contents1. The practical examination of the newborn 2. From gametes to fetus: a chronology of embryo development 3. Antenatal screening: the significance for the health of the newborn 4. Influences on the health of the newborn, before and during pregnancy 5. The neonatal period and beyond: short- and long-term consequences of intrapartum events 6. Maternal and newborn transition: adjustment to extrauterine life 7. Resuscitation of the newborn baby 8. Neurological, behavioural and growth assessment of the newborn 9. Congenital cardiac anomalies in the newborn: causes, effects and treatment 10. The newborn eye: visual function and screening for ocular disorders 11. Congenital abnormality - screening, diagnosis & communication 12. Neonatal jaundice: implications for newborn health 13. Neonatal skincare and cord care : implications for practice 14. Newborn screening and immunization 15. Helping parents make decisions Appendix 1: Co-sleeping Appendix 2: Vitamin K and VKDBReviewsAuthor InformationTab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |