Delaware Administrative Code
Title 24 - Regulated Professions and Occupations
Department of State
Division of Professional Regulation
1795 - Midwifery Advisory Council
Section 1795-7.0 - Intrapartum Care

Universal Citation: 24 DE Admin Code 1795-7.0

Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 3, September 1, 2024

7.1 During labor, the midwife shall monitor and support the natural process of labor and birth, assessing mother and baby throughout the birthing process. The responsibilities of the midwife shall include, but are not limited to:

7.1.1 Assess & monitor fetal well-being. While in attendance, assess fetal heart beats:
7.1.1.1 1st Stage of labor: at least once every hour, or more frequently as indicated;

7.1.1.2 2nd Stage of labor: at least every 10 minutes, or more frequently as indicated.

7.1.2 During active labor, assess vital signs at least every 4 hours, or more frequently as indicated:

7.1.3 Monitor the progress of labor;

7.1.4 Assess cervical dilatation, effacement, station, and position during each exam and document in client's chart;

7.1.5 Monitor membrane status for rupture, relative fluid volume, odor, and color of amniotic fluid;

7.1.6 Assist in birth of baby;

7.1.7 Inspect placenta and membranes.

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