2.1 Geeta's Transfer

Do you remember Geeta? In the communication module, you were following Geeta's story. Geeta was planning a home birth, but was transferred to the hospital. She transferred because her labor contractions had slowed down and her cervix had not changed. This is where we left off in her story:

Geeta transfers in to the hospital with her mother and doula. She is received by the hospital team. Geeta is struggling with the contractions and is quite exhausted. The transport was uncomfortable for her. Aleya is the assigned nurse for the room. She is very supportive and empathetic. She asks Geeta what she needs and goes to get her a cup of cold water. Eleanor is the charge nurse on the floor and she is waiting to see what she can do to help. Liz is the obstetrician on call. Geeta has never met any of these providers.

Carol, the midwife, traveled separately in her own car and had a few moments in the car ride to gather her thoughts about the situation. She has prepared what she will say when she arrives at the hospital’s maternity unit.

Recall that verbal reports and proper handover of information, including birth and relevant lab records, facilitates a smooth transfer.