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Postpartum haemorrhage at home — DipIMC MCQ

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ModeratePaediatric and Obstetric EmergenciesPostpartum haemorrhage at homeDipIMC

At a home birth during a severe weather incident, a 33-year-old has heavy postpartum bleeding with clots. The uterus is soft, pulse 128/min, systolic blood pressure 88 mmHg and she is pale. What is the triage category?

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Correct answer: E — Priority 1 (red)

Postpartum haemorrhage with shock is an immediate life threat requiring urgent resuscitation and obstetric transfer. The physiological compromise places her in the highest priority group. Obstetric emergencies at scene should be triaged by physiology and time-critical need.

Reference: JRCALC maternity guidance; MIMMS