REACT: An Interprofessional Education and Safety Program to Recognize and Manage the Compromised Obstetric Patient

Area of Science:

• Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Maternal Health
• Healthcare Quality Improvement

Background:

• Increasing rates of pregnancies complicated by pre-existing medical conditions in the US.
• Rising maternal morbidity and mortality rates present a significant public health concern.
• Need for standardized protocols to manage maternal compromise during pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce the REACT (Recognize, Educate, Activate, Communicate, Treat) quality and safety initiative.
• To reduce maternal morbidity and mortality through enhanced interprofessional education.
• To equip healthcare providers with skills for early recognition and management of maternal compromise.

Main Methods:

• Development of an interprofessional education program focused on maternal compromise.
• Standardized curriculum based on early signs and symptoms of maternal compromise.
• Alignment with recommendations from major obstetrical and gynecological professional organizations.

Main Results:

• The REACT program provides a structured approach to managing maternal compromise.
• Early identification and intervention are key components of the REACT protocol.
• The program's guidelines are consistent with current national recommendations.

Conclusions:

• The REACT initiative offers a framework to combat rising maternal morbidity and mortality.
• Effective interprofessional education is crucial for improving maternal safety.
• Implementing REACT can lead to better recognition and management of compromised pregnancies.