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Perinatal Hepatitis B: What Nurses need to Know

What Nurses Need to Know About Hep B and Pregnancy

As nurses, you have a vital role in perinatal hepatitis B prevention. Some of the latest recommendations for nursing care include:

•    Review the maternal HBsAg (antigen) original test result for each maternal admission. If unknown, obtain a STAT order from admitting provider. 
•    If pregnant delivery parent is HBsAg (antigen) positive, alert the nursery personnel.
•    Following your hospital infectious disease protocol for care of infant.
•    Administer hepatitis B vaccine and hepatitis B immune globulin (HBIG) as indicated within 12 hours of birth.
•    Educate the parent in hepatitis B and its prevention in a language appropriate for parent. Hepatitis B Virus Education Resources for Patients | CDC
•    Report the delivery to your Perinatal Hepatitis B Nurse Specialist HERE

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PHB 2024 DOH SESSION for NURSES REV 1 24 002

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