Post-birth warning signs information requirement

Tenn. Code Ann. § 68-5-116, under General Provisions.

Tenn. Code Ann. § 68-5-116

(a) As used in this section:(1) “Birthing centers” has the same meaning as defined in § 68-11-201;(2) “Department” means the department of health; and(3) “Hospitals” has the same meaning as defined in § 68-11-201(31)(A) and (B).

(1) “Birthing centers” has the same meaning as defined in § 68-11-201;

(2) “Department” means the department of health; and

(3) “Hospitals” has the same meaning as defined in § 68-11-201(31)(A) and (B).

(b) All hospitals and birthing centers that provide labor and delivery services shall provide a mother and, if possible, the mother's caregiver or at least one (1) of the mother's family members information about post-birth warning signs, including symptoms and available resources, prior to discharge following a birth.

(c) The department shall provide the information about post-birth warning signs, including symptoms and available resources, to all hospitals and birthing centers and have the information available on the department's website.