The fourth edition of this popular resource features step-by-step skill instruction and practice-focused exercises covering maternal and fetal care. Developed by a distinguished editorial board, the Perinatal Continuing Education Program (PCEP) is a comprehensive, self-paced education program in 4 volumes. This book features 12 units containing information and skills essential for the recognition and initial management of high-risk and sick pregnant women and their fetuses. In this updated fourth edition, new units have been added on psychosocial risk factors in pregnancy and obstetric risk factors in prior or current pregnancy. TOPICS INCLUDEHypertension in pregnancyObstetric hemorrhageInfectious diseases in pregnancyGestational diabetesPrelabor rupture of membranes and intra-amniotic infectionPreterm laborInducing and augmenting laborAbnormal labor progress and difficult deliveriesImminent delivery and preparation for maternal/fetal transportAnd more...
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