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EMR
EMT
AEMT
Paramedic
Extended
Pre-Term Labor
Pre-Term Labor
Universal Patient Assessment
Minimize movement of patient.
If labor is secondary to ruptured
membrane, be prepared for
delivery.
Adult IV/IO
Do not delay transport
If any suspicion of
dehydration or UTI:
Fluid Bolus
1000mL
May repeat x 1
Cardiac Monitor
If miscarriage and fetus is
recognizable, go to:
Neonatal Care
Clinical Considerations
Uterine contractions that
occur prematurely (prior
to 36wks) at least every
10 minutes lasting for 30
seconds are commonly
caused by:
Dehydration
UTI
Ruptured Membrane
Fetal Death
Cocaine Use