Date Published

January 7, 2025

Updated For

ALS PCS Version ALS PCS Version 5.2

Question:

When having a pt with a spontaneous abortion at 12 weeks. Fetus is visualized on scene and pt is having vaginal bleeding as well as intense cramping (10/10) that comes and goes occurring ~3-5 minutes. Would it be appropriate to give Oxytocin for the hemorrhage? 

Answer:

No, Please see the Ask MAC from May 19, 2023. In short: Oxytocin should be administered in postpartum delivery whereby the newborn is deemed to be an age of viability (20 weeks). 

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Keywords

Gestation, Miscarriage, Oxytocin, Postpartum

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