Core curriculum for neonatal intensive care nursing

The result of collaboration between AWHONN, NANN, and AACN, this valuable reference provides essential knowledge on today's neonatal intensive care nursing practice. Beginning with an overview of obstetric care and the infant in transition to extrauterine life, it proceeds into more in-depth coverage of the most common neonatal disorders and their management. Presented in a concise and consistent outline format, each chapter walks readers through the neonatal condition including the definition, etiology, pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, diagnostic tests, treatments, and outcomes. It's also ideal as a study guide for those wishing to prepare for certification examinations in neonatal intensive care nursing.

Antepartum, Intrapartum, and Transition to Extrauterine Life. Uncomplicated Antepartum and Intrapartum Care. Antepartum-Intrapartum Complications. Perinatal Substance Abuse. Adaptation to Extrauterine Life. Neonatal Delivery Room Resuscitation Cornerstones of Clinical Practice. Thermoregulation. Physical Assessment. Fluid and Electrolyte Management. Glucose Management. Nutritional Management. Developmental Support. Pharmacology. Laboratory and Diagnostic Test Interpretation. Radiologic Evaluation. Common Invasive Procedures. Pain Assessment and Management. Families in Crisis. Patient Safety. Discharge Planning and Transition to Home Care. Genetics: From Bench to Bedside. Intrafacility and Interfacility Neonatal Transport. Care of the Extremely Low Birth Weight Infant Pathophysiology: Management and Treatment of Common Disorders. Respiratory Distress. Apnea. Assisted Ventilation. Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation. Cardiovascular Disorders. Gastrointestinal Disorders. Endocrine Disorders. Hematologic Disorders. Immunology and Infectious Disease. Renal and Genitourinary Disorders. Neurologic Disorders. Congenital Anomalies. Dermatologic Disorders. Auditory and Ophthalmologic Disorders Professional Practice. Research Process. Ethical Issues. Legal Issues