Implementing an Obstetrical Hemorrhage Protocol: An Interprofessional Collaboration

Davies, Lori

Sunday, June 12, 2016

Title: Implementing an Obstetrical Hemorrhage Protocol: An Interprofessional Collaboration

Longhorn Hall D (Gaylord Grapevine)

Lori Davies, MSN, RNC-OB , Nursing Professional Development, Frederick Memorial Hospital, Frederick, MD

Candice Michael, RNC-OB , The BirthPlace, Frederick Memorial Hospital, Frederick, MD

Marianne L. Hiles, MSN, RN, APRN-CNS, ACNS-BC, RNC-LRN , Nursing and Professional Development, Frederick Memorial Hospital, Frederick, MD

Discipline: Obstetric (OB), Women’s Health (WH)

Learning Objectives:

List three benefits of an Obstetric Hemorrhage Protocol

Describe three strategies for implementation of an Obstetric Hemorrhage Protocol

Identify three outcomes that indicate the effectiveness of an Obstetrical Hemorrhage Protocol

Submission Description:

Obstetrical (OB) hemorrhage is a potentially preventable postpartum complication yet remains a leading cause of maternal mortality and morbidity in the United States. This community hospital was identified as having a higher observed to expected ratio of obstetrical hemorrhage as compared to similar organizations in the state. An interprofessional task force was formed to assess current processes and to plan, implement and evaluate an obstetrical hemorrhage protocol customized for this facility.

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Implementing an Obstetrical Hemorrhage Protocol: An Interprofessional Collaboration