I. A midwife certified under this chapter may obtain, possess, and administer the following medications under the conditions indicated:
- (a) Rh immune globin (Rhogam), if indicated.
- (b) Eye prophylaxis in accordance with RSA 132:6.
- (c) Oxygen for fetal distress and infant resuscitation.
- (d) Lidocaine Hydrochloride by infiltration and suture material, but only for the purpose of postpartum repair of tears, lacerations, or episiotomy.
- (e) Vitamin K by injection or oral vitamin K for control and prevention of acute and late onset hemorrhagic disease in the newborn.
- (f) Oxytocins such as pitocin, ergotrate, and methergine, by injection or orally, only for postpartum control of maternal hemorrhage.
- (g) Intravenous fluids such as Ringer's Lactate with or without D5W and Normosol-R with or without D5W, with no additional medications unless specifically ordered by physician.
- (h) Other drugs or medications as prescribed by a physician, consistent with the scope of midwifery practice as defined by the council.
- II. A midwife certified pursuant to this chapter may lawfully purchase and have possession of the medications named in RSA 326-D:12, I, and the equipment normally required for administration. The labels attached to such medications and equipment shall indicate that they are for administrative use only.
- III. A pharmacist who dispenses such medications to a certified midwife shall not be liable for any adverse reactions caused by any method of use by the midwife.
Source. 1999, 213:8, eff. July 6, 1999.