Delaware Administrative Code
Title 24 - Regulated Professions and Occupations
Department of State
Division of Professional Regulation
1795 - Midwifery Advisory Council
Section 1795-8.0 - Postpartum Care

Universal Citation: 24 DE Admin Code 1795-8.0

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

8.1 After the birth of the baby, the midwife shall assess, monitor, and support the mother during the immediate postpartum period until the mother is in stable condition and during the on-going postpartum period. The responsibilities of the midwife shall include, but are not limited to:

8.1.1 Immediate Postpartum Care:
8.1.1.1 Assess and monitor overall maternal well-being;

8.1.1.2 Assess and monitor bleeding;

8.1.1.3 Assess and monitor vital signs;

8.1.1.4 Assess abdomen, including fundal height and firmness;

8.1.1.5 Assess and monitor bowel and bladder function;

8.1.1.6 Complete a perineal exam and assessment;

8.1.1.7 Complete suture laceration or episiotomy within the midwife's level of expertise.

8.1.2 On-going Postpartum Care:
8.1.2.1 Assess and monitor overall maternal well-being;

8.1.2.2 Assess and monitor bleeding;

8.1.2.3 Assess abdomen, including fundal height and firmness;

8.1.2.4 Assess and monitor bowel and bladder function;

8.1.2.5 Assess and monitor vital signs;

8.1.2.6 Complete a perineal exam and assessment.

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