This book focuses on the unique characteristics of the profession of midwifery in the United States, discussing both current issues and future directions. The framework for the book is based upon the Institute of Medicine’s competencies for health professions education — patient-centered care, interdisciplinary teams, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and informatics — which are identified as essential aspects of patient safety and quality care.
- ISBN10 0763728365
- ISBN13 9780763728366
- Publish Date 29 August 2006
- Publish Status Active
- Out of Print 4 April 2022
- Publish Country US
- Imprint Jones and Bartlett Publishers, Inc
- Format Paperback
- Pages 359
- Language English