Maternal-fetal transport. A nurse team

Area of Science:

• Perinatal care
• Emergency medical services
• Nursing specialization

Background:

• High-risk pregnancies require specialized transport.
• Metropolitan areas present unique logistical challenges for perinatal transport.
• Existing transport systems may not fully utilize nursing expertise.

Purpose of the Study:

• To describe the development and implementation of a novel maternal-fetal transport system.
• To highlight the unique aspects of a nurse-led transport team in a metropolitan setting.
• To detail the rationale, design, team development, and certification process for this specialized system.

Main Methods:

• Development of a dedicated maternal-fetal transport system.
• Formation of transport teams composed predominantly of nurses (>95%).
• System design focused on metropolitan logistical needs and specialized care.

Main Results:

• Successful implementation of a nurse-only maternal-fetal transport team.
• Demonstration of a functional system within a major metropolitan area.
• Identification and discussion of challenges encountered during system development and operation.

Conclusions:

• A nurse-led maternal-fetal transport system can be effectively implemented in metropolitan areas.
• The system provides a model for specialized, high-quality perinatal emergency care.
• Nursing expertise is crucial for the success of maternal-fetal transport services.