N.J. Admin. Code § 8:43A-28.12

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 21, November 4, 2024

Section 8:43A-28.12 - Supplies and equipment

(a) The birth center shall be equipped with at least the following:

1. A scrub sink with elbow, wrist, knee, or foot control;

2. Equipment for administering intravenous solutions to adults and newborns;

3. A supply of intravenous solutions including plasma expanders and glucose;

4. Emergency drug supplies;

5. A sphygmomanometer, stethoscope, fetoscope, and thermometer;

6. An infant scale;

7. One sterile pack for use in each birth room with at least one additional pack available. There shall be a written schedule for resterilization;

8. At least one infant warmer. If only one infant warmer is available, it must be transportable into all birth rooms;

9. An infant transport incubator, if not provided by the emergency transport service;

10. Resuscitation equipment for mother and infant;

11. Oxygen with a selection of mask sizes; and

12. Intubation equipment, including laryngoscopes and endotracheal tubes appropriate for adults and newborns.

N.J. Admin. Code § 8:43A-28.12