Which Statement Made by a New Mother Would Indicate to the Nurse

question 25

Multiple Choice

Which statement made by a new mother would indicate to the nurse that there is potential for lowered self-esteem due to role ambiguity?

• A)"I don't know if I know how to be a mom."
• B)"My husband will be a stay-at-home dad while I work."
• C)"I'm so disappointed that this baby is not a girl."
• D)"I haven't even finished the baby's room."

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Definitions:

Reproductive Capability

The biological ability of an organism to produce offspring through sexual or asexual means.

Storm And Stress

A concept in developmental psychology referring to the period of adolescence in which teenagers are in conflict with parents, are moody, and exhibit risky behaviors.

Integrity And Despair

A stage in Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development where older adults look back on their life and either feel a sense of fulfillment or regret.

Caring

Displaying kindness and concern for others, often characterized by acts of helpfulness or compassion.