Thureen, Patti J. : University of Colorado School of Medicine
Patti J. Thureen, MD, Associate Professor, Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado School of Medicine,
The Children's Hospital and University Hospital, Denver, CO.
Hall, Daniel : University of Colorado School of Medicine
Daniel Hall, MD, Medical Director, Newborn Center, University of Colorado School of Medicine, The Children's
Hospital, Denver, CO.
Deacon, Jane : University of Colorado School of Medicine
Jane Deacon, RNC, MS, NNP, Neonatal Nurse Practitioner, University of Colorado School of Medicine, The Children's
Hospital, Denver, CO.
Hernandez, Jacinto A. : University of Colorado School of Medicine
Jacinto A. Hernandez, MD, MHA, Professor, Department of Pediatrics, University of Colorado School of Medicine,
The Children's Hospital, Denver, CO.
Summary
Offering a multidisciplinary approach in an accessible outline format, this practical handbook covers all aspects
of care for the full-term, well newborn. Written and reviewed by both physicians and nurses, this new edition presents
explanations of the events surrounding delivery, the processes necessary to identify newborns that deviate from
the norm, the immediate interventions and care required in these situations, and routine care considerations frequently
encountered in caring for these infants. Detailed guidance is provided on assessment, delivery room management,
transition and post-transition care, and commonly seen problems. Readers will also find information on the assessment
of infections, nursery protocols, standardized physician standing orders, and common drugs and their effect on
breastfeeding.
Key Features
A multi-disciplinary approach to care of the well newborn features contributions from both nurses and physicians.
Discussions cover the processes necessary to identify newborns who deviate from normal, as well as the immediate
interventions and care required in these situations.
Comprehensive, up-to-date coverage is provided on the assessment and management of viral and bacterial infections.
An outline format is used for easy referencing and clinical guidance.
New to this Edition
The latest updates on guidelines and procedures are provided -- including neonatal hearing screening and resuscitation.
Up-to-date reference information includes growth charts, current immunization recommendations, and genetic
screening.
The most current recommended therapies are presented for viral and bacterial infection diagnosis, management,
and treatment.
The latest technology information for fetal assessment includes the fetal doppler and fetal pulse oximeter.
Content addresses the most up-to-date effects of epidurals on maternal temperature and the implication for
newborn infection evaluations.
Table of Contents
Section I: Obstetrical Considerations in the Management of the Well Newborn
1. Maternal Factors Affecting the Newborn
2. Fetal Assessment, Labor, and Delivery
Section II: Delivery Room Management
3. Resuscitation of the Newborn Infant
4. Recognition and Management of Neonatal Emergencies
Section III: Evaluation and Care of the Newborn Infant during the Transitional Period
5. Adaptation to Extrauterine Life and Management During Normal and Abnormal Transition
6. Birth Injury
7. Physical Assessment of the Newborn
Section IV: Post-Transition Care
8. Feeding the Newborn
9. Routine Care
10. Genetic Screening
11. Circumcision
12. Immunizations
13. Legal Issues
Section V: Common Problems of the Term Newborn
14. Jaundice
15. Plethora and Pallor
16. Approach to the Infant at Risk for Hypoglycemia
17. The Large-for-Gestational Age and the Small-for-Gestational-Age Infant
18. Perinatal Drug Exposure
Section VI: Management of the Infant at risk for Perinatal Infections
Section VII: Discharge Planning and Follow-Up Care
22. Parental Preparation
23. Discharge Assessment
24. Post Discharge Care
Section VIII: Appendix
A. Parent Advice Guidelines for Newborn Care
B. Medications and Breast Feeding
C. Normal Laboratory Values and Conversion Guides
D. Standard Normal Newborn Orders
