Oxorn-Foote Human Labor & Birth: The Ultimate Guide to Childbirth

Are you a healthcare professional looking for a comprehensive guide to obstetric care? Look no further than Oxorn-Foote Human Labor & Birth, the highly acclaimed resource for anyone performing or assisting in childbirth. This seventh edition has been completely revised and updated with new chapters to provide the most authoritative coverage of obstetric care.

Expert Guidance for Clinical Practice

Written for the real world of clinical practice, Oxorn-Foote Human Labor & Birth expertly examines all mechanisms of labor and delivery, providing step-by-step guidance on obstetric procedures, techniques, and patient management. The authors, Glenn Posner, Amanda Black, Griffith Jones, and Jessica Dy, are renowned experts in the field of obstetrics.

A Comprehensive Review of Clinical Anatomy and Labor Management

The book begins with a valuable review of clinical anatomy, followed by a thorough examination of the three stages of labor, with a focus on proper management and birthing techniques. You’ll find specific guidance on the full spectrum of complications and delivery situations, including:

• Cesarean section
• Breech presentation
• Transverse lie
• Umbilical cord issues
• Dystocia
• And more

Critical Concerns in Childbirth

Oxorn-Foote Human Labor & Birth also addresses critical concerns such as:

• Preterm labor
• Antepartum hemorrhage
• Maternal and fetal complications
• Intrapartum infections
• Post-term pregnancy

New Chapters and Features

This seventh edition includes two new chapters:

• Patient Safety and Quality Assurance, which provides guidance on incorporating quality improvement into an obstetrics program
• Medical Education, which summarizes adult learning theory and offers advice on providing individual and interprofessional team training

With its full-color design and hundreds of original images, Oxorn-Foote Human Labor & Birth clearly illustrates the techniques described, making it an invaluable resource for healthcare professionals.

Key points are bulleted throughout the book to facilitate quick and easy retrieval of information.

Published by McGraw Hill / Medical, this seventh edition was released on November 23, 2022, and features 880 pages of comprehensive guidance. Get your copy today and become a more confident and competent healthcare professional.