Women and birth : journal of the Australian College of Midwives
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To determine the accuracy of the estimation of blood loss using simulated clinical examples. ⋯ We encourage other clinicians and educators to embark upon a similar exercise to assist midwives and others to improve their visual estimation of blood loss after birth. Accurate estimations can ensure that women who experience significant blood loss can receive appropriate care and the published rates of postpartum haemorrhage are correct.