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Breastfeeding and Human Lactation, Fourth Edition

Author(s): Jan Riordan, EdD, RN, IBCLC, FAAN, Wichita State University College of Nursing, Wichita, Kansas
Karen Wambach, PhD, RN, University of Kansas School of Nursing
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  • ISBN-13: 9780763754327
  • Hardcover    936 pages      © 2010
Price: International Sales $140.95 US List
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Overview

This classic best-seller continues as the only reference to bring together in a single volume the latest clinical techniques and research findings that direct evidence-based clinical practice for lactation consultants and specialists. Breastfeeding and Human Lactation, Fourth Edition contains a clear clinical focus with more than 2,000 research studies supporting the clinical recommendations found in the text.

Completely updated and revised, the Fourth Edition now reflects the expanded role of the lactation specialist worldwide. New content includes obstetrical issues such as the significance of skin-to-skin care. To make studying and learning easier, each chapter includes summaries of the important concepts discussed in the chapter. Key features throughout include key concepts, Internet resources, and boxes highlighting evidence-based practice.

Accompanied by a CD-ROM and color insert, both of which accurately depict positioning, the normal breast, and breastfeeding problems!

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Section  1  Historical and Work Perspectives
  Chapter  1  The Lactation Specialist: Roles and Responsibilities
  Chapter  2  Tides in Breastfeeding Practice
Section  2  Anatomical and Biological Imperatives
  Chapter  3  Anatomy and Physiology of Lactation
  Chapter  4  The Biological Specificity of Breastmilk
  Chapter  5  Drug Therapy and Breastfeeding
  Chapter  6  Viruses and Breastfeeding
Section  3  Prenatal, Perinatal, and Postnatal Periods
  Chapter  7  Perinatal and Intrapartum Care
  Chapter  8  Postpartum Care
  Chapter  9  Breast-Related Problems
  Chapter  10  Low Intake in the Breastfed Infant: Maternal and Infant Considerations
  Chapter  11  Jaundice and the Breastfed Baby
  Chapter  12  Breast Pumps and Other Technologies
  Chapter  13  Breastfeeding the Preterm Infant
  Chapter  14  Donor Human Milk Banking
Section  4  Beyond Postpartum
  Chapter  15  Maternal Nutrition During Lactation
  Chapter  16  Women’s Health and Breastfeeding
  Chapter  17  Maternal Employment and Breastfeeding
  Chapter  18  Child Health
  Chapter  19  The Ill Child: Breastfeeding Implications
  Chapter  20  Infant Assessment
  Chapter  21  Fertility, Sexuality, and Contraception During Lactation
Section  5  Sociocultural and Research Issues
  Chapter  22  Research, Theory, and Lactation
  Chapter  23  Breastfeeding Education
  Chapter  24  The Cultural Context of Breastfeeding
  Chapter  25  The Familial and Social Context of Breastfeeding
Appendix  A  Clinical Competencies for IBCLC Practice
Appendix  B  Scope of Practice for International Board Certified Lactation Consultants
Appendix  C  International Lactation Consultant Association Standards of Practice for IBCLCs
Appendix  D  International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners Candidate Information
Appendix  E  International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners Code of Ethics for International Board Certified Lactation Consultants
Appendix  F  Tables of Equivalencies and Methods of Conversion
Appendix  G  Infant Weight Conversion Table
Appendix  H  Breastfeeding Weight Loss Table
Appendix  I  Nursing Best Practice Guidelines
Section  Glossary
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Jan Riordan, EdD, RN, IBCLC, FAAN-Wichita State University College of Nursing, Wichita, Kansas

Jan Riordan, author, lecturer, researcher, and consultant on breastfeeding is a Professor of Nursing at Wichita State University. She is a Fellow of the American Academy of Nursing, a La Leche League Leader, and a practicing IBLCE certified lactation consultant. A member of La Leche League, International Health Advisory Council, Dr. Riordan has served on International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners and as a Chair of the Research Committee for the International Lactation Consultant Association. 

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Karen Wambach, PhD, RN-University of Kansas School of Nursing

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