186 Pages
14 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
186 Pages
14 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
186 Pages
14 B/W Illustrations
by
Routledge
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Over the last ten years, pregnancy has not only become more complicated for many women, but the traditional provision of general intensive care units has been reduced. To bridge this gap, critical care units, usually staffed by midwives, have been set up in many maternity units. This textbook is an accessible and comprehensive introduction to this emerging area of practice.
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Abbreviations
Introduction
1. Structured assessment to identify deteriorating health
2. Haemodynamic monitoring
3. Fluid balance, electrolytes and fluid replacement
4. Shock
5. Haemorrhage
6. Pre-eclampsia (PET)
7. Assessment of the respiratory system
8. Assessment of the cardiac system
9. Assessment of the neurological system
Glossary
Biography
Maureen Boyle is a Senior Lecturer in Midwifery at the University of West London, UK.
Judy Bothamley is a Senior Lecturer in Midwifery at the University of West London, UK.
