Section 2746.52 - Performance and repair of episiotomies and repair of lacerations of perineum(a) Notwithstanding Section 2746.5, the certificate to practice nurse-midwifery authorizes the holder to perform and repair episiotomies, and to repair first-degree and second-degree lacerations of the perineum.(b) A certified nurse-midwife performing and repairing first-degree and second-degree lacerations of the perineum shall do both of the following: (1) Ensure that all complications are referred to a physician and surgeon immediately.(2) Ensure immediate care of patients who are in need of care beyond the scope of practice of the certified nurse-midwife, or emergency care for times when a physician and surgeon is not on the premises.Ca. Bus. and Prof'l. Code § 2746.52
Amended by Stats 2020 ch 88 (SB 1237),s 6, eff. 1/1/2021.