Citation

Ruffolo DC. J. Obstet. Gynecol. Neonatal Nurs. 2009; 38(6): 704-714.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2009, John Wiley and Sons)

DOI

10.1111/j.1552-6909.2009.01072.x

PMID

unavailable

Abstract

Trauma is the leading cause of maternal death in the United States. Nurses must optimize the well-being of 2 patients in the pregnant trauma patient. Rapid assessment, initiating immediate interventions for life-threatening injuries, and transport to a trauma center are critical to optimize maternal and fetal outcome. Understanding these factors can facilitate an effective resuscitation and optimize the outcome for both mother and baby.