Source · HSSIB Patient Safety Investigation
Delays to intrapartum intervention once fetal compromise is suspected
Published 26 April 2021
Launched 13 February 2020
Published
HSIB Legacy
Maternity
Communication and decision making
We have identified a safety risk in maternity care relating to delays to intrapartum intervention once fetal compromise is suspected. The term intrapartum refers to the period of time spanning the commencement of labour, the birth of the baby and the delivery of the placenta and membranes.
Summary
1 recommendation
Safety Recommendations
R/2020/103
It is recommended that the Care Quality Commission, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders, includes assessment of relational aspects such as multidisciplinary teamwork and psychological safety in its regulation of maternity units.
No response published on HSSIB's website