Assessment and Care of the Well Newborn

Discusses all aspects of care for the term newborn in a clear and concise outline format, providing clinical guidance on normal variations in physical assessment, common problems seen in the newborn nursery, delivery room management, transition and post-transition care. Emphasizes a multi-disciplinary approach to care with contributions by both physicians and nurses. Offers comprehensive, up-to-date coverage of the assessment and management of viral and bacterial infections. Illustrates normal physical variations in newborns and common problems with full-colour photographs. Features appendices that present protocols for the care of the low-risk newborn, standardized physician orders, common drugs and their effects on breast-feeding, and a complete set of parent information sheets for photocopying. Includes an extensive bibliography and references.