Publisher's Synopsis
This text describes the key dimensions of the highly effective single room maternity care (SRMC) model, and helps providers implement it successfully. The model was designed to strengthen families, and to reduce operating costs while enhancing patient, provider, and family satisfaction. This volume describes the philosophy that drives SRMC, the elements necessary for its success, new elements that fit into the overall program, and new clinical and interpersonal skills that practitioners need to implement such a program. The appendices provide detailed information about numerous, successful SRMC programs across the country
