Recognizing Maternal Compromise
Suzanne McMurtry Baird, DNP, MSN, RN
Clinical Concepts in Obstetrics
AWHONN Board Member
Pricing:
- Members: Free
- Non-members: $10
Maternal morbidity and mortality in the United States (U.S.) continues to rise despite an emphasis on quality programs to prevent compromise and improve outcomes. Theories suggest the decline in outcomes is associated with chronic disease states, obesity, advanced maternal age, and the increasing number of interventions. Severe morbidity and mortality events are usually preceded by early warning signs of maternal compromise. This lecture will outline 8 practical steps for nurses to identify, assess, and manage early warning signs and symptoms of potential maternal compromise. A case study will highlight care issues that many nurses face when caring for pregnant patients.