Quantitative Measurement of Blood Loss During Delivery

Conclusion/Implications for Nursing PracticeAccurate assessment and recognition of postpartum hemorrhage is an essential skill. Researchers indicate that quantitative measurement of blood loss is an accurate method and visual assessment should be eliminated from practice. Knowing the accurate, objective amount of blood lost will enable the health care team to recognize and respond faster to an obstetric hemorrhage.

Source: Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, and Neonatal Nursing - June 4, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Renee' Jones Tags: Childbearing Source Type: research