PN care in hospital stay – 2021
This document is a guideline issued by the Sri Lanka College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (SLCOG) on postnatal care during a hospital stay. It provides recommendations and best practices for healthcare professionals to ensure optimal care for postnatal mothers and newborns. The guideline covers various aspects of postnatal care, including monitoring vital parameters, pain management, perineal and surgical wound care, bladder care, care for the newborn baby, postpartum contraception, lactation management, and nutrition and general health advice on discharge. The document emphasizes the importance of comprehensive postnatal care in the first 24 hours after delivery and highlights the need for training, quality assessment, and incident reporting to ensure the provision of high-quality care.
