Written by midwives for midwives, _Myles Textbook for Midwives _has
been the seminal textbook of midwifery for over 60 years. It offers
comprehensive coverage of topics fundamental to 21st midwifery
practice. Co-edited for the second time, by internationally renowned
midwife educationalists, Professor Jayne E Marshall and Maureen D
Raynor from the United Kingdom with a team of contributors from across
the midwifery community it retains its clear, accessible writing
style. Most chapters provide useful case studies, websites of key
organisations and charities for individuals to access further
information. Reflective questions at the end of each chapter as well
as annotated further reading aid reflective learning and stimulate
discussions relating to continuing professional development.
* The book covers key frameworks that govern midwifery practice,
exploring ethical and legal frameworks that are essential to every
accountable, autonomous, professional midwife.
* Includes employer-led models of supervision, vital elements of
leadership and clinical governance that supports the provision of high
quality maternity services and standards of midwifery practice.
* The concept of resilience is introduced for the reader to
contemplate their personal contribution in creating an environment
that is conducive to protecting the wellbeing of themselves and
colleagues within the workplace.
* The text covers the UN 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development,
highlighting the importance of midwives as global citizens with common
goals, and together they form a strong global community prepared to
challenge social inequalities and take action to help end extreme
poverty.
* Covers designing and implementing high quality midwifery care
using evidence, policy and models of care. Highlights why a holistic
and evidence-informed approach is necessary to achieve effective care
for all. Working examples will help the reader to think critically
about their own practice.
* For this edition several new chapters are introduced covering
concealed pregnancy, fear of childbirth (tocophobia), care of the
acutely unwell woman and end of life issues including rights of the
fetus/neonate and ethical considerations.
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ISBN
9780702076442
Publisert
2020
Utgave
17. utgave
Utgiver
Vendor
Elsevier
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Digital bok
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