Maternal–Newborn Nursing: Student Pocket Guide: A Quick Clinical Reference for Nursing Students and New OB Nurses by Dr. Tracy Colburn

Maternal–Newborn Nursing: Student Pocket Guide is a concise clinical reference created to help nursing students and new OB nurses quickly review essential concepts in obstetric and newborn care. Designed for use during maternal–newborn courses, clinical rotations, simulation, and NCLEX preparation, this guide highlights the most important assessments, conditions, and nursing interventions used in real maternity nursing practice. Information is organized in a clear, easy-to-review format so students can focus on key concepts without becoming overwhelmed by unnecessary detail. The guide is organized into four core sections: • Antepartum Care – pregnancy assessment, prenatal screening, high-risk conditions, and diagnostic testing • Intrapartum Care – stages of labor, fetal monitoring, common complications, and nursing interventions • Postpartum Care – maternal assessment, recovery after birth, and recognition of complications • Newborn Assessment – normal findings, reflexes, early care, and identification of potential concerns Helpful tables, mnemonics, and quick-reference summaries reinforce the most important principles of safe maternal and newborn care. NCLEX-style review questions are also included to support learning and exam preparation. Read more