Matemal-fetal transport is an essential component of perinatal
care. A hospital participating in the regionalized system of perinatal health
care must be familiar with its own resources and capabilities in dealing with
obstetrical and neonatal complications. In most instances, maternal-fetal
transport is preferable to neonatal transport. Each hospital, when transporting
or accepting a transport, needs a system in place to facilitate a smooth
transition of care in the most expeditious manner possible. The majority of
maternal-fetal transports can be carried out by ground transportation. It is
important for ambulance services to be equipped for maternal-fetal transport
and have appropriately trained staff.
This rule is intended to implement Iowa Code section
135.11(27).
Notes
Iowa Admin. Code r.
641-150.8
Amended by
IAB
June 6, 2018/Volume XL, Number 25, effective
7/11/2018
