Main description:

Basics is the first title in the Midwifery Essentials series and prepares the reader to understand and master a range of clinical skills safely and with confidence.

The jigsaw model of midwifery care is introduced and explained, providing a framework to explore the application of each of the clinical skills described in subsequent chapters. Central to undertaking each of the skills discussed is the need to communicate effectively with women and their families.

Contents:

Basics Volume:

1. Introduction

2. Communication

3. Hygiene and infection control: the immobile woman

4. Blood pressure measurement

5. Temperature measurement

6. Pulse and respiration

7. Collection of specimens

8. Urinalysis

9. Venepuncture

10. Neonatal blood tests

11. Administration of medicines

12. Administration of injections

13. Surgical care