Overview

Developed to improve patient safety during labor and delivery, the OB F.A.S.T. (Obstetrical Feasible Approach to Safety Training) simulation program is a proven, award-winning resource is designed for all members of the interdisciplinary obstetrics team to use together. Written by Dr. Giancarlo Mari, who developed the program and currently trains providers around the U.S. and the world, this volume helps teams strengthen their common knowledge of obstetric emergencies. This knowledge is then applied to rehearse emergencies together and prepare team members to provide a safe labor and delivery experience for every mother and child. Features easy-to-follow images and diagrams to reinforce team knowledge of common obstetric emergencies, from cardiac arrest and anesthesia considerations to intrapartum fetal monitoring and amniotic fluid embolism. Offers suggestions for how to run a simulation drill, as well as key points for debriefing and documentation. Includes essential background information to facilitate quick reference and skills checklists to evaluate team performance. Designed for every member of the obstetric team - from those who are new to the field to practitioners with years of experience.

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Author:   Giancarlo Mari
Publisher:   Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Imprint:   Elsevier - Health Sciences Division
Weight:   0.390kg
ISBN:  

9780323696722

ISBN 10:   0323696724
Pages:   210
Publication Date:   13 June 2019
Audience:   Professional and scholarly ,  Professional & Vocational
Format:   Paperback
Publisher's Status:   Active
Availability:   Manufactured on demand  
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Table of Contents

1 Teamwork Training: Basic Concepts 2 Checklists in Obstetrics 3 Delivery Room Management of a Preterm Infant 4 Cardiac Arrest in Pregnancy 5 Respiratory Distress 6 Anesthesia Complications 7 Obstetric Ultrasound 8 Intrapartum Fetal Monitoring 9 Shoulder Dystocia 10 Operative Vaginal Delivery 11 Vaginal Breech Delivery 12 Breech Extraction of a Second Twin 13 Umbilical Cord Prolapse 14 Antepartum Hemorrhage 15 Vasa Previa 16 Uterine Rupture 17 Postpartum Hemorrhage 18 Blood Transfusion 19 Uterine Inversion 20 Hypertensive Urgency and Eclampsia 21 Sepsis 22 Diabetic Ketoacidosis 23 Thyroid Storm 24 Pheochromocytoma in Pregnancy 25 Amniotic Fluid Embolism 26 Myasthenia Gravis 27 Autonomic Dysreflexia 28 Trauma in Pregnancy 29 Pregnancies in Challenging Locations

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