15 Miss. Code. R. 16-1-41.31.13

Current through October 31, 2024

Rule 15-16-1-41.31.13 - New Born Care

There shall be policies and procedures for providing care of the neonate including:

1. Immediate stabilization period.

2. Neonate identification and security.

3. Assessment of neonatal risks.

4. Cord blood, Combs and serology testing.

5. Eye care.

6. Subsequent care.

7. Administration of Vitamin K.

8. Neonatal screening.

9. Circumcision.

10. Parent education.

11. Visitation.

12. Admission of neonates born outside of facility.

13. Housekeeping.

14. Care of or stabilization and transfer of high-risk neonates.

15. Postpartum. There shall be policies and procedures for postpartum care of mother.

16. Assessment.

17. Subsequent care (bed rest, ambulation, diet, care of the vulva, care of the bowel and bladder functions, bathing, care of the breasts, temperature elevation).

18. Postpartum sterilization.

19. Immunization. RHIG and Rubella.

20. Discharge planning.

15 Miss. Code. R. 16-1-41.31.13

Miss. Code Ann. § 41-9-17