What should be used to enter data for stillborn cases?

Using the mother's record to enter data for stillborn cases is appropriate because the mother's medical history and any complications during pregnancy provide crucial context for understanding the circumstances surrounding the stillbirth. The mother’s record will include pertinent details such as prenatal diagnoses, maternal health conditions, and any interventions or treatments received during the pregnancy. This information is vital for accurate documentation and analysis of stillbirth cases.

The father's record may provide some information but is less comprehensive regarding the medical factors associated with the stillbirth. A standardized data set is useful for ensuring consistency in data entry across various cases, but it does not focus specifically on the individual events and circumstances of the mother. Lastly, the hospital inventory primarily involves items and services related to hospital operations, which do not apply directly to the specifics of stillborn data. Thus, the mother's record is the primary source for accurately documenting this sensitive and significant event.