Myles Textbook for Midwives, 17th Edition

Author: Jayne E. Marshall and Maureen D. Raynor

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ISBN / EAN: 9780702076428
This textbook is prescribed for the following courses:

MID2CLB - Midwifery Care in Labour and Birth La Trobe University

MDWF12002 - Foundations of Midwifery 1 Central Queensland University

MDWF12003 Foundations of Midwifery - Foundations of Midwifery Central Queensland University

- Graduate Certificate in Nursing Practice- Neonatal Intensive Care University of Melbourne

HNM101 - Partnerships in Midwifery Care 1 Deakin University

MIDI1101 - Introduction to Midwifery and the Childbearing Woman University of Newcastle

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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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Publisher

Elsevier Health Sciences

Published

3rd July 2020

Edition

17th

Pages

1032

ISBN

9780702076428

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