Are you a healthcare professional working in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) or involved in the care of mothers during childbirth? If so, you’ll want to get your hands on the comprehensive issue of Anesthesia, Sedation, and Pain Control in the NICU and for Mothers, written by Shannon E.G. Hamrick MD, Caleb H. Ing. This book is a collaboration with Consulting Editor, Dr. Lucky Jain, and it provides current and essential information on anesthesia, sedation, and pain control in these critical areas of healthcare.

As a healthcare professional, it is crucial to stay up-to-date with the latest research and practices in order to provide the best possible care to your patients. This issue of Anesthesia, Sedation, and Pain Control in the NICU and for Mothers is packed with clinical review articles that cover a wide range of topics relevant to your practice.

One of the articles in this issue focuses on anesthesia neurotoxicity in the developing brain. It presents both basic studies and updates on clinical studies, giving you a comprehensive understanding of this important topic. Another article delves into the issue of neurologic injury after neonatal cardiac surgery, which can have long-term implications for the affected neonate. Understanding the effects of repetitive pain on the developing brain is crucial for managing pain in the NICU, and this issue explores the physiology of nociception and provides insights into pain control in this population.

Assessing pain in newborns can be challenging, but this issue provides guidance on how to do so effectively. It also explores non-pharmacologic approaches to pain management, allowing you to offer alternative options in addition to medications. Epidurals and spinals for newborn surgery are another important topic covered in this issue, providing useful information for managing pain during these procedures.

When it comes to maternal care, this issue explores the effects of maternal anesthesia on perinatal hemodynamics and neonatal acidemia. It also covers maternal anesthesia for urgent c-sections, ensuring that healthcare professionals have the necessary knowledge for these time-sensitive situations. Fetal anesthesia is a unique topic that is also discussed in this issue, allowing you to better understand this specialized area of care.

Other important topics covered in this comprehensive issue include neonatal abstinence syndrome (also known as neonatal opioid withdrawal syndrome) and the opioid crisis in the US. These articles provide valuable insights and recommendations for managing these challenging situations.

By reading Anesthesia, Sedation, and Pain Control in the NICU and for Mothers, you will gain the information and knowledge needed to provide better care to neonates and mothers, ultimately improving outcomes. This book, published by Elsevier, is a valuable resource for any healthcare professional involved in the care of these vulnerable populations.

Product Details

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier; 1st edition (November 13, 2019)
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 032375550X
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0323755504

Order your copy of Anesthesia, Sedation, and Pain Control in the NICU and for Mothers today and enhance your knowledge and practice in this critical area of healthcare. You can rest assured that you are equipped with the latest information and recommendations to provide the best care possible to your patients.

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