Obstetric Nursing

The hardcover edition of Obstetric Nursing shows signs of wear, particularly on the cover with scuff marks and edge fraying. The spine is intact but exhibits some weakening at the binding. There is no dust jacket included. The pages are clean with no inscriptions or signatures, making it a solid reading copy for those interested in historical medical practices.

Obstetric Nursing by Carolyn Conant Van Blarcom and Erna Ziegel is a comprehensive guide on the principles and practices of obstetric nursing. Published by The Macmillan Company in New York in 1964, this Fifth Edition reflects updates and advancements in nursing care specific to obstetrics. Van Blarcom, a noted instructor from Johns Hopkins Hospital School of Nursing, collaborates with Erna Ziegel, a respected professor at the University of Wisconsin School of Nursing, to deliver an authoritative resource for nurses and medical professionals. This edition is particularly valuable for its historical insights into obstetric care practices from the mid-20th century. The book is bound in hardcover and lacks a dust jacket, with visible wear on the cover. This copy is ideal for collectors of medical history or nursing education materials, offering a snapshot of past medical practices. Overall, the book is in fair condition, with some wear on the binding and cover.