Evidence and Skills for Physiological Labour and Birth: A Guide to Implementing the Evidence Into Practice for Midwives Contributor(s): Healy, Maria (Editor), Madeley, Anna (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1138232823 ISBN-13: 9781138232822 Publisher: Routledge OUR PRICE: $142.50 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: July 2026 This item may be ordered no more than 25 days prior to its publication date of June 22, 2026 |
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BISAC Categories: - Medical | Nursing - Maternity, Perinatal, Women's Health - Medical | Gynecology & Obstetrics - Medical | Health Care Delivery |
Physical Information: 240 pages |
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Publisher Description: Evidence-based care is a well-established principle in contemporary healthcare. However, despite the emphasis on promoting evidence-based or effective care without the unnecessary use of technologies and drugs, intervention rates in childbirth continue to rise rapidly. This new edition of Evidence and Skills for Normal Labour and Birth emphasises the importance of translating evidence into skilful practice. It updates the evidence around what works best for normal birth, aspects of which still remain hidden and ignored by some maternity care professionals. Beginning with the decision about where to have a baby, through all the phases of labour to the immediate post-birth period, it systematically details research and other evidence sources that endorse a low intervention approach. The textbook:
Using evidence drawn from a variety of sources, Evidence and Skills for Normal Labour and Birth critiques institutionalised, scientifically managed birth and endorses a more humane midwifery-led model. Packed with up-to-date and relevant information, this text will help all students, practising midwives and doulas keep abreast of the evidence surrounding normal birth and ensure their practice takes full advantage of it. |