Description
- An essential guide to this most important of examinations- The first book to assist in the recognition of the psychosocial and emotional elements of physical disability that may impact on the family- Provides a multi-professional perspective, with contributors from specialists in their fields- Each chapter addresses the subject from a holistic perspective that includes ethical, legal and psychosocial aspects as well as the physical
Table of Contents
1 Introduction2 The practical examination of the newborn3 From gametes to fetus: a chronology of embryo development4 Antenatal screening and testing: the significance for the health of the newborn5 Influences on the health of the newborn, before and during pregnancy6 Maternal and newborn transition: adjustment to extrauterine life7 Resuscitation of the newborn baby8 Neurological, behavioural and growth assessment of the newborn9 Congenital cardiac anomalies in the newborn: causes, effects and treatment10 The newborn eye: visual function and screening for ocular disorders11 Congenital abnormality: screening, diagnosis and communication12 Neonatal jaundice: implications for newborn health13 Neonatal skincare and cordcare: implications for practice14 Newborn screening and immunization15 Helping parents make decisions
