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A new evidence-based guideline for obstetric telephone triage was developed. This guideline provides a standardized method for assessing obstetric emergencies, ensuring consistent and user-friendly care for pregnant patients.

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Area of Science:

  • Obstetrics and Gynecology
  • Healthcare Management
  • Clinical Guideline Development

Background:

  • Obstetric telephone triage lacks standardized methods for prioritizing urgent care.
  • Large obstetric units require evidence-based guidelines for effective telephone triage.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a comprehensive obstetric guideline for telephonic triage.
  • To establish a uniform basis for assessing obstetric emergencies via telephone.

Main Methods:

  • A multi-phase, multi-center study involving focus groups, training observations, and Delphi method expert consultations.
  • Iterative drafting and analysis of the triage guideline with input from diverse obstetric care professionals across ten Dutch hospitals.

Main Results:

  • The developed guideline includes primary symptoms, five prioritization categories, and descriptors.
  • Over 90% consensus was achieved, with high participant agreement on the guideline's clinical completeness, correctness, user-friendliness, and readiness for daily practice.

Conclusions:

  • An evidence-based obstetric telephone triage guideline was successfully developed with stakeholder involvement.
  • The guideline offers a user-friendly, standardized approach to assessing obstetric emergencies, improving care consistency and providing a foundation for future development.