Neonatal Cardiology, Second Edition

Physical Assessment of the Newborn, Sixth Edition is a definitive guide for healthcare professionals involved in neonatal care, emphasizing systematic and accurate assessment of newborns. This text equips nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, physicians, and students with the knowledge to recognize normal variation, subtle abnormalities, and early signs of potential complications. Grounded in a strong scientific foundation, the book highlights physical, physiologic, neurologic, and behavioral assessments essential for optimizing neonatal outcomes during the critical transition to extrauterine life.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive coverage of newborn physical assessment across all body systems.
• Highlights identification of infant state, behavioral cues, and signs of pain.
• Examines normal variation among newborns of different gestational ages.
• Integrates maternal history, antepartum testing, and intrapartum monitoring for clinical context.
• Includes enhanced art program and illustrative images for visual guidance.
• All-new chapter on the perinatally substance-exposed neonate.
• Provides up-to-date clinical content with evidence-based rationale for each assessment.
• User-friendly, easy-to-read style suitable for students, clinicians, and advanced practice providers.
• Supports continuing education with exam materials, image bank, and PowerPoint resources.
• Serves as a core reference for neonatal care programs and clinical practice.