Instantly access the latest information on evaluating fetal status in a practical, portable format perfect for use in the clinical environment! Using an evidence-based approach, Pocket Guide to Fetal Monitoring and Assessment provides detailed guidance on standardized interpretation and management, incorporating patient safety concepts throughout. As the first multidisciplinary text on fetal monitoring, this resource is geared towards the busy clinician.
Portable and practical information for evaluating intrapartum and antepartum fetal status
Single source of information for care designed specifically for use in the clinical environment
Consistent, two-color outline format includes the description, characteristics, etiology, clinical significance, and intervention for each situation or condition
Detailed review of the National Institute of Child Health & Human Development (NICHD) standardized terminology
A new approach to fetal assessment based on the oxygen pathway and fetal response to hypoxemia
Current information on excessive uterine activity and fetal acidemia, with suggestions for oxytocin management
Standardized interpretation and management of fetal heart rate response using an evidence-based algorithm
Patient safety and risk management strategies with case study illustration
Practical information on documentation in electronic fetal monitoring, including legal issues
Information on neonatal encephalopathy and intrapartum events
Deposition excerpts from actual malpractice cases related to EFM
Adjunct fetal assessment using analysis of the fetal ST segment
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 5.0 / 5.0
Excellent pocket guide:
This is an excellent, compact book with everything you need to know about fetal monitoring. Fantastic pathways, clinical guidelines, and examples of EFM strips. Wording is clearly defined, and is the most up to date according to NICHD guidelines. This handy little book is small enough to keep in your pocket while working in the hospital unit. Great for nurses, students, midwives, and physicians!
