A practical, easy-to-use clinical reference designed for midwives working in New Zealand maternity settings.
This PDF provides structured assessment guides for common acute presentations, including:
Preeclampsia
Reduced fetal movements
Ruptured membranes
Vaginal bleeding
Abdominal pain
Each section outlines:
Key questions to ask
Maternal and fetal observations
Recommended investigations (including specific bloods and urinalysis)
When to escalate or consult with the obstetric team
Actions and ongoing management considerations
The resource also includes a documentation guide ISBAR with a structured example aligned to NZ practice.
Designed for:
New graduate midwives
Core midwives in assessment units
LMC midwives wanting a structured acute review framework
Students preparing for clinical placements
This guide is ideal as a printable quick-reference tool or digital clinical support document to build confidence in acute maternal assessment and escalation.
A practical, easy-to-use clinical reference designed for midwives working in New Zealand maternity settings.
This PDF provides structured assessment guides for common acute presentations, including:
Preeclampsia
Reduced fetal movements
Ruptured membranes
Vaginal bleeding
Abdominal pain
Each section outlines:
Key questions to ask
Maternal and fetal observations
Recommended investigations (including specific bloods and urinalysis)
When to escalate or consult with the obstetric team
Actions and ongoing management considerations
The resource also includes a documentation guide ISBAR with a structured example aligned to NZ practice.
Designed for:
New graduate midwives
Core midwives in assessment units
LMC midwives wanting a structured acute review framework
Students preparing for clinical placements
This guide is ideal as a printable quick-reference tool or digital clinical support document to build confidence in acute maternal assessment and escalation.
