Midwifery Emergencies at a Glance is a succinct, illustrated guide
covering the practical skills needed to manage obstetric and midwifery
emergencies, as well as high-risk midwifery care. It provides clear
guidance on the factors which predispose to complications so that
preventative management can be employed whenever possible. Broad-ranging
yet easy-to-read, Midwifery Emergencies at a Glance details the
underlying physiology and pathophysiology related to the emergency and
explores both the physical and psychological care of the woman, partner
and newborn during and following the emergency.
Key features:
- Evidence-based, with guidance from the NMC, RCOG, NICE, and The
Resuscitation Council
- Presented in an innovative, visual style that makes the key concepts
easy to understand
- Provides helpful websites that expand on various topics as well as
providing information on support groups for the woman and her family
Midwifery Emergencies at a Glance is an ideal guide for practising
midwives, pre‐registration student midwives, general practitioners and
junior doctors to support both revision and clinical practice.