# OB Emergencies

> Checklist app for obstetric emergencies for healthcare providers. (iPhone/iPad app by Complete Medicine, LLC.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ob-emergencies/id6480381331 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Complete Medicine, LLC](https://appshunter.io/developer/1630825166)
- Category: Medical
- Price: Free
- Rating: 5.00/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 17+
- Requires: iOS 14.0.0 · 47 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2024-09-15
- Data updated: 2026-07-20
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ob-emergencies/id6480381331/reviews.md

## What is OB Emergencies?

OB Emergencies is a free checklist app for healthcare providers in Labor and Deliver based on the DHA Obstetric Emergencies Bundle. The app contains all checklist items, dropdown boxes for labs, important items to consider, and action items. Additionally, users can add institutional phone numbers to access from within the app to include Blood Bank, Massive Transfusion Protocol, calling Code Purples or Code Blues, and more. While the information contained is based on the DHA OB Emergencies Bundle, the information is based on clinical recommendations, and the app can be used by any healthcare provider in an obstetric setting.

Features:
~ Checklists for common and rare obstetric emergencies
~ Phone book to allow users to save institution-specific helpful phone numbers that allows users to call important numbers from within the app
~ How-To guide for using all the features of the app
~ References for each checklist

Disclaimer: OB Emergencies is meant to be used for informational purposes only and is intended to be used by licensed healthcare providers. The information contained within does not replace clinical judgement. If you are a patient, the information contained within is not meant to replace medical advice from a licensed physician.

## Key features

- Obstetric emergency checklists
- Institutional phone book
- Lab dropdowns
- Actionable item guidance
- How-to guide
- References for checklists

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/ob-emergencies/id6480381331/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Useful and Easy to Use

*2025-06-03*

This fantastic app is adaptable and has helped streamline our department’s approach to OB emergencies

### 5/5 — RN

*2025-03-07*

Very very helpful to have at your fingertips in the midst of an emergent situation!

### 5/5 — Saves time (and lives)

*2025-03-05*

Wonderful APP with very user friendly checklist of life threatening OB emergencies. Perfect for any healthcare provider taking care of OB or postpartum patients!  Creating a common user name and password for an institution allows pre-population of critical telephone numbers which can be called directly from APP - a real time saver!

## Frequently asked questions about OB Emergencies

### What is OB Emergencies?

OB Emergencies is a free checklist app designed for healthcare providers in Labor and Delivery. It offers checklists for obstetric emergencies, lab dropdowns, and important action items based on clinical recommendations.

### Who is OB Emergencies for?

This app is intended for use by licensed healthcare providers in obstetric settings. It is not meant to replace medical advice from a physician for patients.

### Does OB Emergencies have ads?

No, OB Emergencies does not contain advertisements. It is a free app focused on providing clinical information without interruption.

### What devices support OB Emergencies?

OB Emergencies is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod. It is designed for iOS devices.

### How often is OB Emergencies updated?

The latest version, 4.1, was last updated on November 26, 2025. Updates ensure the app remains current with clinical information and features.

### Can I add my hospital's contact information to OB Emergencies?

Yes, OB Emergencies features a phone book where users can save institution-specific phone numbers. This allows quick access to critical contacts like the Blood Bank or Code Purple/Blue teams from within the app.

### What is the age rating for OB Emergencies?

OB Emergencies has an age rating of 17+. This reflects the professional and clinical nature of the content provided.

### Is OB Emergencies based on specific guidelines?

Yes, the information in OB Emergencies is based on the DHA Obstetric Emergencies Bundle. While based on these recommendations, it can be used by any healthcare provider in an obstetric setting.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 5.0 — 2026-04-30

Updated to the most recent guidelines based on the DHA OB Emergencies Bundle including medication protocols.

### 4.1 — 2025-11-26

~ New Opioid Overdose checklist
~ Amniotic Fluid Embolism checklist has been updated

### 4.0 — 2025-11-24

~ New Opioid Overdose checklist
~ Amniotic Fluid Embolism checklist has been updated

### 3.6 — 2025-09-15

The checklists have been updated to include indications for resuscitative hysterotomy/cesarean section, initiation of magnesium for preeclampsia with severe features, and some streamlining of items.

### 3.5.1 — 2025-02-21

~ All references to Code Purple have been changed to Code Perinatal Emergency in line with upcoming DHA changes and to use plain language codes to avoid confusion.
~ The debrief form has been simplified to help guide formal debriefs.

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All apps by Complete Medicine, LLC: https://appshunter.io/developer/1630825166

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