OB Safety Education: Understanding Postpartum Hemorrhage for Providers



Date & Location
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 12:00 AM - Tuesday, October 31, 2028, 12:00 AM

Target Audience
Specialties - Obstetrics
Professions - Non-Physician, Physician

Overview
Postpartum hemorrhage (PPH) can happen quickly and knowing what to do can save lives. In this module, you’ll learn how to recognize the early signs, understand the stages, and take the right steps at the right time. We’ll cover how to identify who’s most at risk, measure blood loss accurately, support the safe administration of uterotonics, and work with your team to respond effectively during an emergency. The goal is to be prepared, act fast, and protect your patients.

Objectives
After completing this activity, the participant will be able to:

  1. Explain what postpartum hemorrhage is and describe its stages.
  2. Identify maternal risk factors and apply risk stratification tools.
  3. Accurately measure blood loss using evidence-based methods.
  4. Take appropriate actions to prevent, respond to, and escalate care for PPH in coordination with the healthcare team.

Accreditation
JA Accreditation with Commendation Logo In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by MedStar Health. MedStar Health is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. 


Credits
AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ Physician (0.50 hours), Non-Physician Member of the Healthcare Team (0.50 hours)