To ensure that decisions about an instrumental vaginal birth consider the individual clinical circumstances, and the benefits and risks of each option, including the risk of a third or fourth degree perineal tear, and the potential benefit of episiotomy.
To ensure that women are appropriately assessed and provided evidence-based care during pregnancy, labour and birth to reduce the likelihood of a third or fourth degree perineal tear.
To ensure that women receive information during pregnancy about the potential of a third or fourth degree perineal tear, relevant risk factors and evidence-based care to reduce their risk. To support shared decision making and informed consent.
The Third and Fourth Degree Perineal Tears Clinical Care Standard has been endorsed by a number of key health professional organisations and colleges.
This resource was updated in August 2025. Previous versions of this resource are no longer in effect.
The self-assessment tool is a resource that initially helps digital mental health service providers to determine how well they meet the National Safety and Quality Digital Mental Health (NSQDMH) Standards. Service providers are encouraged to review the NSQDMH Standards and assess and record their progress using the self-assessment tool.
To ensure that a patient remains under the care of the operating ophthalmologist (or, where necessary, that this care is delegated to an appropriately qualified clinician) until they have recovered from cataract surgery.
To improve patient care by ensuring appropriate use of surgical antibiotic prophylaxis and postoperative topical anti-inflammatory medicines.