Newborn babies are routinely examined to rule out major congenital abnormalities and reassure the parents that their baby is healthy. This text is a step-by-step guide for those studying Examination of the Newborn modules as well as an invaluable reference for midwives already qualified to carry out the examination.

Table of Contents

1. Examination of the newborn: where are we now? 2. In the beginning 3. Fetal development: influential factors 4. Assessment of fetal wellbeing 5. Risks to the fetus during childbirth 6. Neonatal examination 7. Abnormal findings and congenital abnormalities 8. Accountability and effective care

About the Author

Helen Baston is Consultant Midwife: Public Health at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, UK, a Supervisor of Midwives and Lecturer/Researcher at Sheffield Hallam University, UK. Heather Durward is Associate Specialist in Paediatrics at Chesterfield Royal Hospital Foundation Trust, UK.

Reviews

'A valuable resource for all practitioners that perform the examination of the newborn infant. It is notable for its simplicity and focus on the practical examination...easy to read and understand.' -- Traci Hudson, Liverpool John Moores University, UK