Epidurals for Childbirth
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Author Description
Epidurals for Childbirth provides a unique guide to the use of epidurals in obstetrics. It presents clear, practically based descriptions of procedures for all those involved in caring for women throughout pregnancy and labour. The book is fully comprehensive, covering the medical aspects of epidurals, including all the relevant anatomy and physiology. It also includes a chapter on how to talk confidently to patients without using medical jargon.This handbook includes clear, concise descriptions of practical procedures; coverage of potential problems and complications; and quick and easy reference to the facts about epidurals.An ideal, handy reference for all junior anaesthetists, midwives, and operating department assistants.
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This text investigates the clinical application, procedural requirements, and patient communication strategies surrounding the use of epidurals in obstetric care. Author Anne May provides a comprehensive framework designed for healthcare professionals, integrating anatomical and physiological data with practical guidance for labor management. The book serves as a technical manual for clinicians to standardize care and improve patient outcomes through clear, evidence-based instruction.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- Detailed anatomical and physiological foundations of epidural administration
- Step-by-step procedural descriptions for obstetric anesthesia
- Strategies for non-technical communication with patients
- Analysis of potential complications and clinical problem-solving
Scope Limits
- Does not cover non-epidural methods of pain management in labor
- Excludes long-term longitudinal studies on pediatric outcomes post-epidural
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
Medical professionals frequently identify this work as a foundational reference for junior anesthetists and midwives due to its practical focus. Experts highlight the text for its ability to bridge the gap between complex medical theory and bedside clinical application.
Page Count:
224
Publication Date:
1994-10-13
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0192624393
ISBN-13:
9780192624390
Reference
Obstetrics
Medical
Anesthesiology
Midwifery
