Delivering a Baby in the Emergency Department

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Managing a delivery in the emergency department (ED) requires timely decision-making and a solid understanding of potential complications. This module walks through the essential steps of conducting a normal vaginal delivery in the ED, with focused guidance on managing nuchal cords, addressing shoulder dystocia, and responding to postpartum hemorrhage. Take this 30-minute module now to boost your confidence in handling obstetric emergencies and ensure safer outcomes for both mother and baby.

What You Will Learn:

* Understand the process of a normal vaginal delivery in the emergency setting
* Learn techniques for safe reduction of a nuchal cord
* Identify effective maneuvers for resolving shoulder dystocia
* Recognize and manage signs of postpartum hemorrhage


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Focus Area: Everyday Emergency

Audiences: EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Infant, Newborn; Labor, Obstetric; Postpartum Hemorrhage; Pregnancy Complications; Shoulder Dystocia; Nuchal Cord; Emergency Service, Hospital

Institutions: Pediatric Pandemic Network (PPN); Children's National Hospital

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