Myles’ Textbook for Midwives

Myles Textbook for Midwives, 16th Edition – A Comprehensive Guide for Contemporary Midwifery Practice

“Myles Textbook for Midwives, 16th Edition,” renowned in the field of midwifery, has undergone significant revisions and restructuring to align with current practices. This edition not only presents the foundational aspects of midwifery but also integrates new content and features to address the evolving nature of the profession. It is paired with Elsevier EVOLVE ancillaries, enhancing the learning experience. Key features of this edition include:

1. Patient-Centered Care: Focuses on enabling midwives to provide safe, competent, and individualized care.

2. Enhanced Visual Learning: Extensively illustrated to facilitate understanding, complemented by ‘pull out’ textboxes for key information.

3. Streamlined Chapters: Organized themes and approaches in chapters to consolidate learning.

4. Evidence-Based Practice: Strong emphasis on evidence-based practice and the use of technology, mirroring modern midwifery curricula.

5. Interactive Online Learning: Over 500 online multiple-choice questions are included for self-assessment and knowledge testing.

6. Downloadable Image Bank: Offers a full bank of illustrations for further learning and personal projects.

7. Comprehensive Learning Resources: Includes references, further reading, and useful websites to promote extended learning.

8. Glossary of Terms and Acronyms: Simplifies complex terminologies for easy understanding.

9. Full-Color Illustrations: Responding to student feedback, the book now features full-color illustrations throughout.

10. Multi-Professional Authorship: Some new chapters are authored by members of the multi-professional team, offering diverse perspectives.

11. Updated Professional Guidance: Covers topics such as professional regulation, legal and ethical issues, risk management, and clinical governance.

12. Inclusive Care: Recognizes the increasing care for women with complex health needs and in multicultural societies.

13. Contemporary Challenges: Examines dilemmas in caring for women with high body mass index and other current health concerns.

14. Perineal Care Focus: Includes a chapter on optimizing perineal care, addressing issues like perineal trauma and female genital mutilation.

15. Neonatal Care Expansion: Provides additional coverage on neonatal physical examination and basic neonatal resuscitation.

“Myles Textbook for Midwives, 16th Edition” is a vital resource for midwifery practitioners and students, offering an up-to-date, comprehensive guide that reflects the dynamic and diverse nature of modern midwifery.

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