Partograph PDF
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This document explains the partograph, a graphical tool to monitor the progress of labor. It details the objectives for its use and the conditions where it should not be used. The document also includes procedures, equipment, and post-procedure care.
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The Partograph is a graphical record of the progress of labor on single sheet of paper. 1. 1. Detect whether labor is progressing normally or abnormally. 2. 2. Warn if there are signs of fetal distress. 3. 3. Detect if the mother’s vital signs deviate from the normal range. 4. 4....
The Partograph is a graphical record of the progress of labor on single sheet of paper. 1. 1. Detect whether labor is progressing normally or abnormally. 2. 2. Warn if there are signs of fetal distress. 3. 3. Detect if the mother’s vital signs deviate from the normal range. 4. 4. Prevention of prolonged labor. 5. 5. Provide continuity of care. 6. 6. Provide basis for decision making. Conditions that don't need to use of partograph: 1. Antepartum hemorrhage 2. Sever pre-eclampsia and eclampsia 3. Fetal distress 4. Previous cesarean section 5. Multiple pregnancy 6. Malpresentation procedure steps Partogram sheet Sphygmomanometer, stethoscope and thermometer Gloves 2- Pinard fetoscop or sonic fetal heart sound device Tocotransducer post procedure care 1. Give positive feedback to the mother about progress of labor. 2. Put the mother in a comfortable position 3. Remove all equipment 4. Report for any deviation from normal and take the needed actions 5. Wash hands
