The Nurse Is Instructing a New Mother on the Strategies

question 44

Multiple Choice

The nurse is instructing a new mother on the strategies to prevent the development of postpartum depression.Which instructions will the nurse include in the teaching session with the client? Select all that apply.

• A) Restrict fluids and eat a low-fat diet help to avoid the onset of postpartum depression.
• B) Realize that feeling depressed after delivering a baby is normal and can last for months.
• C) The only way to avoid postpartum depression is to not have children.
• D) Encourage the client to plan how to manage the baby's care needs at home to help adjust to motherhood.
• E) Instruct the client to recognize the signs and symptoms of postpartum depression and phone the health care provider if these occur.

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