Handling obstetric emergencies: Paramedic, health informatics, and nursing interventions in prehospital care

https://doi.org/10.53730/ijhs.v7nS1.15222

Authors

  • Abdulrahman Ramadhan Alenezi KSA, National Guard Health Affairs
  • Mohammed Ayyat Alanazi KSA, National Guard Health Affairs
  • Bader Naif Alotaibi KSA, National Guard Health Affairs
  • Ahmed Saer Alshamri KSA, National Guard Health Affairs
  • Meshal Falah Alenezi KSA, National Guard Health Affairs
  • Bandar Mohammad Abdullah Alkhathami KSA, National Guard Health Affairs
  • Nawaf Subhi Dobayan Alenazi KSA, National Guard Health Affairs
  • Fares Khalid Mohammed Alhazmi KSA, National Guard Health Affairs
  • Saleh AbdulLatif Al-Jasser KSA, National Guard Health Affairs
  • Ahmad Mohammed Isa Gaddourah KSA, National Guard Health Affairs
  • ‏Anoud Saud Alanizi KSA, National Guard Health Affairs
  • Hamad Dafalh Alrakhimy KSA, National Guard Health Affairs
  • Sultan Mohammed Algfari KSA, National Guard Health Affairs
  • Abdullah Atiyyan Albishri KSA, National Guard Health Affairs

Keywords:

Maternal mortality, obstetric emergencies, sepsis, hemorrhage, prehospital care, paramedic interventions

Abstract

Background: Maternal mortality rates in the UK have shown only a statistically insignificant decline, highlighting the need for urgent action. Obstetric emergencies remain a critical concern, contributing significantly to maternal mortality. The MBRRACE report underscores the challenges associated with direct and indirect causes of maternal death, particularly emphasizing conditions such as sepsis and hemorrhage. Aim: This article aims to explore paramedic and nursing interventions in managing obstetric emergencies during prehospital care, emphasizing the critical nature of timely and effective treatment. Methods: A comprehensive review of the existing literature was conducted, focusing on the management of obstetric emergencies, particularly sepsis and hemorrhage. Clinical guidelines were analyzed, highlighting key interventions and outcomes related to maternal care. Results: The findings reveal that obstetric emergencies, including sepsis and significant hemorrhage, require immediate and coordinated care from paramedics and nursing staff. Key interventions include early recognition, implementation of the sepsis-3-hour bundle, and effective communication within multidisciplinary teams. Conclusion: Enhancing the knowledge and preparedness of paramedic and nursing teams in managing obstetric emergencies is crucial in reducing maternal morbidity and mortality. Further research and continuous training are necessary to ensure that healthcare providers can respond effectively to these critical situations.

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Published

15-01-2023

How to Cite

Alenezi, A. R., Alanazi, M. A., Alotaibi, B. N., Alshamri, A. S., Alenezi, M. F., Alkhathami, B. M. A., Alenazi, N. S. D., Alhazmi, F. K. M., Al-Jasser, S. A., Gaddourah, A. M. I., Alanizi, ‏Anoud S., Alrakhimy, H. D., Algfari, S. M., & Albishri, A. A. (2023). Handling obstetric emergencies: Paramedic, health informatics, and nursing interventions in prehospital care. International Journal of Health Sciences, 7(S1), 3545–3558. https://doi.org/10.53730/ijhs.v7nS1.15222

Issue

Vol. 7 No. S1 (2023)

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