Holistic Care of the Newborns on CPAP (A Whole-Body Approach to Every Breathe)

Holistic Care of the Newborns on CPAP: A Whole-Body Approach to Every Breath is a comprehensive resource designed to guide neonatologists, pediatricians, NICU nurses, and allied health professionals in the care of newborns requiring CPAP. Going beyond the basics of respiratory support, this book integrates applied physiology, evidence-based protocols, and holistic care practices to deliver a complete framework for managing neonatal respiratory needs.

 

It begins with core concepts of neonatal respiratory physiology, decision-making, and the mechanisms of CPAP, then progresses to practical aspects of care, monitoring tools, and complication management. The book also emphasizes whole-body well-being through developmental support, neuroprotection, pain relief, feeding protocols, nutraceuticals, and infection prevention. With forward-looking chapters on innovations, artificial intelligence, smartphone-based applications, and ethical and cultural considerations, it highlights both current best practices and future directions in neonatal respiratory care.

 

Key Features

 

• Comprehensive coverage of applied respiratory physiology, CPAP mechanisms, and clinical decision-making.

• Practical insights on nursing care, monitoring tools (ABG, pulse oximetry, pulmonary graphics), and weaning strategies.

• Whole-body approach including developmental care, neuroprotection, pain management, feeding challenges, and nutraceuticals.

• Innovation-focused content on Duo-PAP, high-flow systems, smartphone apps, and AI in neonatal CPAP care.

• Family-centered care with emphasis on parental counselling, ethics, cultural contexts, and team-based approaches.

• Adaptability in practice with protocols for neonatal transport and resource-limited settings.

• Supplementary resources including FAQs, respiratory pharmaceuticals, equipment guides, and formulae for quick reference.