Manual Of Practical Midwifery: Containing A Description Of Natural And Difficult Labors, With Their Management (1836)

By James Reid

Book Overview

The Manual of Practical Midwifery, written by James Reid and first published in 1836, is a comprehensive guide for midwives and obstetricians on the management of natural and difficult labors. The book provides a detailed description of the various stages of labor, including pre-labor, first stage, second stage, and third stage, and offers practical advice on how to manage each stage effectively. The author also discusses the various complications that can arise during labor, such as breech presentation, shoulder dystocia, and fetal distress, and provides guidance on how to manage these situations. The book includes detailed illustrations and diagrams to aid in understanding the various techniques and procedures discussed. Overall, the Manual of Practical Midwifery is a valuable resource for anyone involved in the practice of midwifery or obstetrics.Intended Chiefly As A Book Of Reference For Students And Junior Practitioners.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1165679256
• ISBN13: 9781165679256
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 260 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"