Prehospital Maternity Tool Reference Card – 2-Card Set

NEWS2 isn't built for pregnancy. Pregnant and recently pregnant patients have different normal ranges — and a reassuring NEWS2 can mask a deteriorating mum. This two-card set gives you a maternity-specific way to spot the sick pregnant, labouring or postnatal patient: observation ranges, red-flag signs and clear escalation, straight from your pocket.

What's on the cards

Maternity observation ranges — RR, SpO2, HR (by stage), systolic & diastolic BP, temperature
Colour-coded risk banding — low, medium and high, at a glance
Red-flag signs & symptoms by gestation — cardiac, abdominal, PV loss, pre-eclampsia, neuro
Action & escalation guide — all green / one amber / any red, with pre-alert and observation-frequency prompts

Details

Two laminated pocket cards, standard pocket size (86 × 54 mm). Wipe-clean and hard-wearing. Aligned to UK pre-hospital maternity guidance. Sold as a set.

Who it's for

Student paramedics, paramedics and pre-hospital clinicians assessing pregnant, labouring, recently pregnant or postnatal patients.

An educational and quick-reference aid — not a medical device, and not a substitute for clinical judgement. Always follow your local trust guidelines and escalation protocols.