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Availability of essential drugs, supplies and equipment in the L&D ward at public hospital in SNNPR, Ethiopia, 2016. Notes: The following essential drugs, supplies and equipment should be available in the emergency drug cabinet of L&D ward. Drugs: Oxytocin injection, Misoprostol PO, Ergometrine, Nifedipine, Hydralazine, MgSO4, Diazepam, Lidocaine, Atropine, Calcium gluconate, Vit K, TTC eye ointment, Ampicillin IV, TDF/3TC/EFV (ARV drugs), Nevirapine syrup, Aminophylline, Adrenaline, and Hydrocortisone. Supplies: HIV test kits, 40% glucose, IV fluids (crystalloids), IV Cannula, Syringe & needle, Sterile gloves, IV stand, Mask for oxygen administration, Towels for drying and wrapping new-born babies, and Long sleeve glove for removal of retained placenta. Equipment: Sphygmomanometer, Stethoscope, Portable suction machine, Pinnard stethoscope (fetoscope)/doppler, Ultra sound, Thermometer, Filled oxygen tank with flow meter, Nasal prongs for oxygen administration, Catheter for oxygen administration, 5 delivery sets (at least 2 sterile), Sterile suture kit, Forceps, Vacuum extractor, Urinary catheter, Stand lamp, Speculum for vaginal examination, Craniotomy set, Sterilizer (steam or dry), a new born sized ambubag (with volume of 250 ml/less), Bed with accessories, Cord cutting/clumping set, Radiant warmer, Weighing scale for baby, Tape to measure baby length and head circumference, Functioning clock, 2 episiotomy sets, Suction bulb for new-born resuscitation, Emergency drug cabinet, and a functional refrigerator