Fla. Admin. Code Ann. R. 59A-9.028 - Post Procedure Follow-up Care for Patients Receiving Second Trimester Abortions
Each abortion clinic which is providing second trimester abortions shall comply with the following post procedure follow-up care requirements when providing a second trimester abortion.
(1) The clinic shall offer a post-abortion
medical visit that includes a medical examination and a review of the results
of all laboratory tests.
(2) A urine
pregnancy test will be obtained at the time of the follow-up visit to rule out
continuing pregnancy. If a continuing pregnancy is suspected, the patient shall
be evaluated and a physician who performs abortions shall be
consulted.
(3) The clinic shall
provide for the education of the patient in post procedure care, including
specific instructions in case of emergency.
Notes
Rulemaking Authority 390.012(1) FS. Law Implemented 390.012(3)(g) FS.
New 9-25-06, Amended 4-5-17.
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