Intro -- Unit 1: Hypertension in Pregnancy -- Unit 2: Obstetric Hemorrhage -- Unit 3: Infectious Diseases in Pregnancy -- Unit 4: Other Medical Risk Factors in Pregnancy -- Unit 5: Obstetric Risk Factors: Prior or Current Pregnancy -- Unit 6: Psychosocial Risk Factors in Pregnancy -- Unit 7: Gestational Diabetes -- Unit 8: Prelabor Rupture of Membranes and Intra-amniotic Infection -- Skill Unit: Sterile Speculum Examination -- Skill Unit: Tests for Suspected or Proven Rupture of Membranes -- Unit 9: Preterm Labor -- Unit 10: Inducing and Augmenting Labor -- Unit 11: Abnormal Labor Progress and Difficult Deliveries -- Unit 12: Imminent Delivery and Preparation for Maternal/Fetal Transport -- Pretest Answer Key -- Glossary -- Index.
Summary
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.
