Nurse Midwife how-to
How to Respond to Postpartum Hemorrhage
Fast action is critical.
Quick answer
Fast action is critical. In short: call; massage; give, then complete the remaining steps below.
Step by step
Call for help.
Massage the uterus.
Give medications per protocol.
Start IV fluids.
Assess for causes.
Prepare for escalation.
Safety reminders for nurse midwifes
- Follow infection control
- Monitor for obstetric emergencies
- Practice emergency drills
- Know when to consult or transfer care
Key terms
CNM · Prenatal care · Postpartum · Effacement · Dilation · Fetal heart tones: see the full nurse midwife glossary.