Product Description

The book looks at a broad perspective of decision making and each chapter focuses on a specific aspect related to making crucial decisions. Following an initial introduction the book explores the concept of autonomy and the many factors that influence autonomous practise. The role of knowledge in decision making, using evidence to inform decisions, as well as different approaches to decision making are also examined - including the traditional or rational approach, decision analysis and the development of professional judgement. Dilemmas arise when decisions are made and therefore ethical decision making is an important component of this book. Management decisions may be different from those related to giving specific care to women, hence one chapter focuses on making management decisions. Emphasis is also placed on the role of the midwife in helping women make their own decisions, the role of reflection in enhancing the decisions midwives make and the support midwives can receive from their Supervisor of Midwives. Flowcharts explain and facilitate the decision-making process.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #24796 in Books
• Published on: 2005-04-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 208 pages

Faye Doris; Academic Lead, Midwifery; University of Plymouth
A valuable text in an area where students and some midwives have difficulty acquiring this higher order skill.

Customer Reviews

Decision making: must for any student!
What a fab book, at last it all makes sense!

The book is split into chapters for ease of reading, with relevant application to practice.

This book is an absolute must for any students/ midwives undertaking study into decision making. includes decision making frameworks, management, supervision, role of the midwife, using evidence, the list goes on! buy it, you won't be dissapointed........

It did what it said on the tin!
Excellent value for money. very speedy delivery. had hardly pressed the pay button when it arrived!
Very useful resource and easy to read

Brilliant resource for all midwives/students
This book is a brilliant resource with the individual chapters written by noted authors within the profession. It does recognise and acknowledge that many midwives trained in a different era and encourages their return to study by making this book user-friendly. I found it very useful.
Student midwives will recognise the decision-making frameworks and it is an invaluable reference.
A comprehensive glossary and easy to read text makes this a 'must' for any midwifery study.