(a) When an emergency transfer is required, the Licensed Midwife shall:
- (1) Alert Emergency Medical Service (EMS) to arrange for immediate transport or arrange transport by private vehicle as the situation indicates;
- (2) Make a reasonable effort to contact the health care professional or institution to whom the Client will be transferred; and
- (3) Continue to provide emergency care, as indicated by the situation, before and during transport to the appropriate facility.
- (b) If, during labor, delivery, or six (6) hours immediately following placental delivery, the Licensed Midwife determines that transfer is necessary and the Client refuses transfer, the Licensed Midwife shall call 911 and provide further care as indicated by the situation until emergency services arrive. The Licensed Midwife shall not be required to provide any further care after the arrival of EMS personnel but may do so if requested by EMS personnel.
Added at 38 Ok Reg 2005, eff 9-11-21