Overview

this concise book covers all aspects of neonatal resuscitation from the moment of birth to transfer to the neonatal unit. It discusses special considerations, and communication with parents and other professionals. The advice has been drawn up by a working party, giving it the authority of a distinguished body of specialists.

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Author:   Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health ,  Royal College of Oestetricians and Gynaecologists
Publisher:   BMJ Publishing Group
Imprint:   BMJ Books
Dimensions:   Width: 13.90cm , Height: 0.50cm , Length: 21.50cm
Weight:   0.124kg
ISBN:  

9780727911797

ISBN 10:   0727911791
Pages:   80
Publication Date:   14 April 1997
Audience:   College/higher education ,  Professional and scholarly ,  Undergraduate ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
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Table of Contents

Working party members Acknowledgements Introduction General principles normal physiology circulatory changes abnormal situations asphyxia anticipation equipment preparation procedure after the baby is born airway breathing circulation positive pressure ventilation external chest compression medications and fluids after resuscitation transfer to the neonatal unit special considerations meconium pneumothorax the unwell baby acute blood loss severe congenital abnormality the preterm baby record keeping teaching and training communication with parents and other professionals audit newer developments appendix A - deliveries considered to be at risk appendix B - equipment appendix C - equipment checks References Recommended reading Resuscitation chart 1 Resuscitation chart 2 Index

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The Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health, often referred to as the RCPCH, is the professional body for paediatricians in the United Kingdom. It is responsible for the postgraduate training of paediatricians and conducts the Membership of the Royal College of Paediatrics and Child Health exams. Royal College of Oestetricians and Gynaecologists is the author of Resuscitation of Babies at Birth, published by Wiley.

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