CRITICAL PATHWAY | for the Postpardial Period -- cont'd

Category First 4 Hours 4-8 Hours Past Birth 8-24 Hours Past Birth
Family involvement Identify available support persons Assess family perceptions of birth expe- Parenting: demonstrates culturally expected early parenting behaviours Involve support persons in care, teaching; answer questions Evidence of parental bonding behaviors present Continue to involve support persons in teaching, involve siblings as appropriate Plans made for providing support to mother following discharge Expected Outcomes: Evidence of parental bonding behavior; support persons verbalize understanding of woman’s need for rest, good nutrition, fluids and emotional support