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Nell L. Tharpe obtained her CNM from State University of New York, Downstate University, and her MS in Midwifery from Philadelphia University. Nell is a midwifery educator, author, and innovator. Nell is committed to reproductive and social justice, improving health equity, and optimizing perinatal health through excellence in midwifery practice. She has been adjunct faculty at Philadelphia University, Thomas Jefferson University, and Rutgers, the State University of New Jersey. Nell has been involved in birth work since 1977. She attained her Certified Nurse-Midwife credential in 1986 and practiced full scope midwifery for over two decades before transitioning to teaching and writing. One of her joys of practice was providing primary care to families. As a Certified RN First Assistant, (CRNFA), Nell honed her suturing skills in the operating room, primarily in OB/GYN and General Surgery. Nell began teaching suturing, midwife as first assistant, and perineal repair though in-person and virtual workshops in 1994. Nell's writing and teaching passions are bridging the gaps between clinical practice and emerging evidence, and developing systems and educational programs that improve clinical care and outcomes. Nell is the original author of the Clinical Practice Guidelines for Midwifery and Women's Health, now Clinical Practice Guidelines for Midwifery & Primary Care. Her current project is establishment of clinical competencies and tools to guide the teaching and learning of the essential skills for assessment and repair of birth-related tissue trauma.

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Clinical Practice Guidelines for Midwifery & Primary Care, Seventh Edition is a must-have resource for nursing students, practicing midwives, and women's healthcare providers. This accessible and easy-to-use reference guide has been meticulously updated to reflect the evolving clinical environment, offering the latest evidence-based practices and innovative approaches. With a strong focus on midwifery leadership, the text integrates alternative and complementary therapies, ensuring comprehensive care in every practice setting. As in the award-winning previous edition, the Seventh Edition continues to employ a person-centered and holistic approach that focuses on partnering with clients in their care process. The authors and contributors thoughtfully updated every Clinical Practice Guideline (CPG) and added new CPGs on current vital topics, such as Care of People who are Unhoused, Cholestasis of Pregnancy, Multimodal Pain Management, and more.

Clinical Practice Guidelines for Midwifery & Primary Care, Seventh Edition equips students and healthcare providers with the knowledge and tools to provide optimal, person-centered care.