Midwifery Emergencies at a Glance

<p><i>Midwifery Emergencies at a Glance </i>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, <i>Midwifery Emergencies</i> <i>at a Glance </i>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. </p> <p>Key features:</p> <ul> <li>Evidence-based, with guidance from the NMC, RCOG, NICE, and The Resuscitation Council</li> <li>Presented in an innovative, visual style that makes the key concepts easy to understand</li> <li>Provides helpful websites that expand on various topics as well as providing information on support groups for the woman and her family</li> </ul> <p><i>Midwifery Emergencies at a Glance </i>is an ideal guide for practising midwives, pre‐registration student midwives, general practitioners and junior doctors to support both revision and clinical practice. </p>