Welcome to the Maternity Standing Orders Self-Directed Learning Package.
This package is designed to provide theoretical information to enable Registered Midwives to safely initiate and administer medications.
Standing orders require the midwife to have a
sound knowledge of policies and procedures within the hospital and to practice
accordingly. It is required that all midwives complete the Standing Orders learning package annually. In addition to this, it is a requirement that anaphylaxis and medication safety training packages must be completed on HEART.
In
order to successfully complete this learning package:
Complete the learning package theory component – PowerPoint Presentation
Complete the Standing Orders learning package Quiz
Read and understand the following procedures on PROMPT:
- Third Stage Management
- Care during labour and birth
- Hypoglycaemia protocol for neonates
- Konakion administration