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**Selected for Doody's Core Titles® 2024 in Perinatal**Ensure you're referencing the most accurate information surrounding nursing practice in today's neonatal intensive care unit with AWHONN's Core Curriculum for Neonatal Intensive Care Nursing, 6th Edition. Developed by one of the most authoritative associations in neonatal intensive nursing care, AWHONN, this renowned guide provides in-depth coverage of the most common neonatal disorders and their management — focusing on the latest evidence-based practice for preterm infants, medications, and antepartum-intrapartum complications. Additionally, the concise outline format makes information easy to find as it highlights the essentials of each condition including the definition, etiology, pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests, treatments, and outcomes. With timely content that sets the standard for neonatal nursing practice, this trusted reference is an excellent resource for practicing nurses working in any NICU worldwide.- Content developed by AWHONN, one of the most authoritative associations in neonatal intensive care nursing, ensures the information is both accurate and relevant- Concise outline format provides access to important nursing considerations associated with the management of the most common conditions in the neonate- Full-scope coverage of neonatal nursing practice provides information on families, ethics, legal issues, research, case management, the transition to home, and more- Focus on evidence-based practice related to preterm infants, medications, and antepartum-intrapartum complications sets the standard for neonatal nursing practice- Strategies to promote inclusionary care better reflect today's nursing care today with a focus on family-centered care, comprehensive perinatal records, health care teams in the NICU, and infant care best practices- NEW! Expanded information on breastfeeding and acquired opioid dependency keep you informed with the latest best practices related to these two everchanging areas- NEW! Updated neonatal resuscitation guidelines ensures you follow the most up-to-date protocols and procedures in this critical skill area- NEW! Additional tables and boxes help you quickly find important information
Table of Contents
Part One: Antepartum, Intrapartum, and Transition to Extrauterine Life1. Uncomplicated Antepartum, Intrapartum, and Postpartum Care2. Antepartum-Intrapartum Complications3. Perinatal Substance Abuse4. Adaptation to Extrauterine Life5. Neonatal Delivery Room ResuscitationPart Two: Cornerstones of Clinical Practice6. Thermoregulation7. Physical Assessment8. Fluid and Electrolyte Management9. Glucose Management10. Nutritional Management11. Developmental Support12. Pharmacology13. Laboratory Testing in the NICU14. Radiologic Evaluation15. Common Invasive Procedures16. Pain Assessment and Management17. Families in Crisis18. Patient Safety19. Discharge Planning and Transition to Home20. Genetics: From Bench to Bedside21. Intrafacility and Interfacility Neonatal Transport22. Care of the Extremely Low Birth Weight Infant23. Care of the Late Preterm InfantPart Three: Pathophysiology: Management and Treatment of Common Disorders24. Respiratory Distress25. Apnea26. Assisted Ventilation27. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation28. Cardiovascular Disorders29. Gastrointestinal Disorders30. Endocrine Disorders31. Hematologic Disorders32. Infectious Disease in the Neonate33. Renal and Genitourinary Disorders34. Neurologic Disorders35. Congenital Anomalies36. Neonatal Dermatology37. Ophthalmologic and Auditory DisordersPart Four: Professional Practice38. Foundations of Neonatal Research39. Ethical Issues40. Legal IssuesAppendix A: Newborn Metric Conversion Tables
