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pregnancy with substance use disorder: investigation and referral by teamcare providers


Pregnancy with Substance Use Disorder: Investigation and Referral by TeamCare Providers

Purpose


The purpose of this clinical practice guideline (CPG) is to ensure that women taking prescribed and unprescribed substances of dependence in pregnancy and/or having a history of drug and alcohol use are offered appropriate antenatal screening and referral.

The CPG is presented as a PDF.

Guideline


(pdf 40kb)

Appendices


(Word 183kb)




Published: 6 October 2010


Royal Women's Hospital Clinical Practice Guidelines (CPGs) are intended to provide guidance to health care professionals, based on a thorough evaluation of research evidence, on the practical assessment and management of specific clinical issues or situations. The guidelines allow some flexibility on the part of the health care professional based on the needs of the specific patient for whom they are caring.

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