Re: [ozmidwifery] Vaginal examinations

I would have to look up the guidelines, haven't read them for a while. In practice, as few as possible. No point if she is not in labour, or if you know she is progressing well anyway. Some women really need to know where they are, I will do it if they really want. That just leaves the women having

Re: [ozmidwifery] Vaginal examinations

Sally   NICE have just published a consultation document on Intrapartum Guidelines which may provide you the information you are looking for.   The document can be assessed from: http://www.nice.org.uk/page.aspx?o=334331     Best wishes   Briege   Briege Lagan PhD Student/Clinical Midwif

[ozmidwifery] Vaginal examinations

Was wondering what guidelines others worked with regarding when to do vaginal examinations...specifically in the hospital setting. And what evidence they base their practice on. Thanks in advance. Sally -- This mailing list is sponsored by ACE Graphics. Visit