Advancing skills in midwifery practice /

Marshall, Jayne E.

Advancing skills in midwifery practice / Jayne E. Marshall, Maureen D. Raynor ; foreword by Paul Lewis. - xi, 191 p. : ill.

Formerly CIP.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

This text builds on 'Skills for Midwifery Practice' by Ruth Johnson and Wendy Taylor, following a similar format already familiar to many midwives.Grounded in safe practice and on contemporary evidence, this book ensures that the health and wellbeing of the mother, baby and family remain at the forefront of care. 'Advancing Skills in Midwifery Practice' provides a guide to continuing professional development needs and meeting the latest Post-Registration Education and Practice (PREP) requirements.This book builds on 'Skills for Midwifery Practice' by Ruth Johnson and Wendy Taylor,following a similar format already familiar to many midwives. Although aimed primarily atmidwives, the principles and philosophy also apply across interprofessional boundaries. Grounded in safe practice and on contemporary evidence, this book ensures that the health and wellbeing of the mother, baby and family remain at the forefront of care. Lists underpinning practices and guidelinesRationale, including indications and contraindications of when the skill should be undertakenProcedure: how the skill is performed, evaluated and documentedProfessional responsibilitiesKey practice pointsReferences and further reading




Electronic reproduction.
Askews and Holts.
Mode of access: World Wide Web.

9780702042621 (ebook)


Midwifery.
Midwifery--methods.
Health and Wellbeing
Midwifery
Nursing specialties
Pregnancy, birth & baby care: advice & issues
Gynaecology & obstetrics