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Delivery in Focus (Infographic) (2018)

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Delayed Decision to Delivery Time for Caesareans

The time from decision to delivery for caesarean births was one of the five higher-risk themes analyzed by a recent national Canadian panel of experts exploring knowledge gaps, promising…

Oxytocin to Start or Advance Labour - 5 Questions to Ask

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Mismanagement of Assisted Vaginal Birth

The application of forceps or vacuum during the second stage of labour is intended to expedite spontaneous vaginal birth. Performed by trained, skilled, and experienced practitioners…

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Mismanagement of Induction and Augmentation of Labour

Misoprostol and oxytocin are a widely available pharmaceutical agents commonly used for the induction and / or augmentation of labour. The use of oxytocin to augment labour is often…

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Failure to Appreciate Deteriorating Pregnant and Postpartum Persons

Recent Canadian studies indicate a severe maternal morbidity rate of 16.1 per 1,000 deliveries for the period of 2012-16 and a maternal death rate of 8-9 per 100,000 for 1990 to 2013 …

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Mismanagement of Neonatal Resuscitation

Neonatal resuscitation after birth has become a significant liability exposure for healthcare organizations, practitioners, and resuscitation teams, particularly in cases where the…

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Mismanagement of Shoulder Dystocia

Shoulder dystocia (SD) is an obstetrical emergency that requires prompt, knowledgeable, and systematic management. While there are a number of factors associated with the increased…

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Mismanagement of Intrapartum Fetal Monitoring

Assessment of the fetal heart rate (FHR) response to uterine activity provides insight into the wellbeing of the fetus. The lack of proficiency in performing and classifying intermittent…

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Mismanagement of Trial of Labour After Caesarean (TOLAC)

Antenatal and intrapartum care for the pregnant person choosing trial of labour after caesarean (TOLAC) requires that the pregnant person is fully informed of the risks, benefits, and…

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