SECTION 115.111. Coordinating Care with Other Health Care Providers

(a) A midwife shall consult with, refer to, collaborate with, or transfer to an appropriate healthcare provider or facility in accordance with the Act and this chapter.

(b) If a client who is at a low risk of developing complications elects not to accept a referral or a physician or associate's advice, the midwife shall:

(1) continue to care for the client after discussing and documenting the risks in the midwifery record, which shall include informing the client that her condition may worsen and require transfer;

(2) seek a consultation;

(3) manage the client in collaboration with an appropriate health care professional; or

(4) terminate care.

(c) If a midwife administers any prescription medication to a client or her newborn other than oxygen and eye prophylaxis, the midwife must do so in accordance with standing delegation orders from and under the supervision of a physician. The midwife shall ensure that the orders are current (renewed annually) and comply with state law and the rules of the Texas Medical Board.

Source Note: The provisions of this §115.111 adopted to be effective May 1, 2019, 44 TexReg 1849