Each birth center shall have safe and adequate equipment available to meet the needs of its patients, including those with disabilities, and shall include at a minimum:
- (A) A neonatal warming device in accordance with Department guidelines.
- (B) A microscope for routine office examination of vaginal smears.
- (C) A sufficient number of sphygmomanometers and auscultation equipment, including a fetoscope or fetal doppler.
- (D) Equipment and supplies for administration of intravenous fluids, and adult and infant resuscitation as required by procedures outlined in the birth center's protocols.
- (E) A supply of oxygen, including portable oxygen available for emergency use.
- (F) Portable suction available for both the birthing person and the infant.