\u003cp\u003e\"Where was this book when I was a new nurse just learning the ropes of labor and delivery? This is a true gem of a book-a must for any new grad going into labor and deliveryÖ.I recommend this book for every labor and delivery floor.\"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eCindy Curtis, \u003c/b\u003e RNC, IBCLC, CCE \u003cbr\u003eFormer Director, The Family Birth Center\u003cbr\u003eCulpeper Regional Hospital\u003cbr\u003eLignum, VA\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The best one stop reference book for the experienced and noviced Labor and Delivery RN....Finally an excellent Labor and Delivery book by RN's -- for RN's.\" \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eGarla DeWall, \u003c/b\u003e RNC \u003cbr\u003ePresbyterian Hospital in the Family Birthing Center \u003cbr\u003eAlbuquerque, New Mexico\u003cp\u003eLabor and delivery nursing requires critical thinking, constant caring, teamwork, and communication. As the first line of defense to prevent injury, labor and delivery nurses take on some of the most difficult and trying challenges in the delivery room. \u003cp\u003eMurray and Huelsmann present this clinically oriented guide to help labor and delivery nurses make wise decisions in the delivery room. The authors provide a wealth of insight on how to maximize both maternal and fetal outcomes. This book provides authoritative guidance on intervention options, creation of patient-centered plans of care, and improved communication with other members of the obstetrics team. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003eExplains the stages and phases of delivery, pain management, patient assessment, and much more\u003cli\u003eFeatures references, relevant graphics, skills checklists, and review questions at the end of each section\u003cli\u003eUseful for RNs new to the field, seasoned practitioners looking for updated methods and data, and nurses preparing for certification and licensure\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith this book, nurses will gain the confidence and competence to approach labor and delivery challenges with care and efficiency.