Obstetric Clinical Algorithms

Advances in obstetric practice and research over the past decades have resulted in significant improvements in maternal and perinatal outcome. The obstetric care provider has the responsibility to be aware of these improvements and to implement evidence-based practice when the situation requires. Obstetric Clinical Algorithms, 2nd edition provides rapid access to evidence-based guidance for time-pressed and high-risk obstetric situations, to aid you in clinical decisions.Obstetric Clinical Algorithms, 2nd edition will help you to gain expertise in retrieving, interpreting, and applying the results of scientific studies and in communicating effectively the risks and benefits of different courses of action to patients. Written by internationally renowned experts using published guidelines and evidence, the content has been prepared with easy-to-follow management algorithms presented in a highly visual format to assist rapid decision making; with sections covering: Preventative Health Maternal Disorders Infectious Complications Antenatal Complications Intrapartum / Postpartum Complications Featuring best obstetric management guidance, based on graded published evidence and recommendations, this book will enable practicing and trainee obstetrician-gynecologists and nurse midwives to ensure that the primary goals of the delivery of a healthy mother and a healthy baby are met.