Comprehensive Guide to Fetal Monitoring: A Valuable Resource for Labor and Delivery Nurses

Written by Michelle Murray, Gayle Huelsmann, and Nanci Koperski, this fourth edition of the comprehensive guide to fetal monitoring provides an exhaustive compilation of up-to-date knowledge on the signs of fetal well-being and compromise obtained from FHR monitoring. The guide has been newly revised and updated to include two new chapters on monitoring maternal heart rate patterns and legal issues involved in care, new fetal monitor “strips,” and updated visual materials, references, and resources.

Key Features of the Guide

This comprehensive guide covers:

• Systematic assessment of the pregnant patient
• External and internal fetal and maternal monitoring
• A step-by-step guide to fetal monitoring equipment and procedures
• Detailed reproductions of actual fetal monitor tracings
• Clarification of differences between maternal and fetal heart rate patterns
• NICHD definitions as alternative terminology for documentation
• Ineffective actions that can delay timely interventions
• Legal issues involved in care
• Skill-testing exercises to ensure proficiency

This hands-on workbook is designed for long-term and frequent use, making it an invaluable companion for labor and delivery nurses, nurse midwives, and maternal-child and family nurses. Whether you’re an experienced professional or just entering the field, this guide provides the knowledge and skills you need to excel in your role.

The fourth edition of the comprehensive guide to fetal monitoring is a must-have resource for any nurse working in a labor and delivery setting. With its comprehensive coverage of fetal monitoring and its practical, hands-on approach, this guide is sure to become a trusted reference in your daily practice.

Book Details:

• ISBN-13: 9780826106377
• Publisher: Springer Publishing Company, Incorporated
• Publication Date: April 15, 2011
• Edition: Fourth Edition
• Pages: 376
• Dimensions: 10.90 x 8.40 x 0.70 inches