Helen Baston

Newborn babies are examined within the first 6 to 72 hours after their birth to rule out major congenital abnormalities and reassure the parents that their baby is healthy. This step-by-step guide provides midwives and other practitioners with a comprehensive guide to the holistic examination of the newborn infant. 'Examination of the Newborn' encourages the reader to view each mother and baby as unique, taking into account their experiences preconceptually,...

This volume is about learning to perform a range of clinical skills safely and with confidence. Communication is at the heart of safe midwifery and it is emphasised in relation to the skills described throughout the book. Topics covered include infection control, observations, and collection of specimens.