A 25-year-old gravida 1 para 1 who had an emergency cesarean birth 3 days ago is scheduled for discharge. As you prepare her for discharge, she begins to cry. Your initial action should be to
a. Assess her for pain.
b. Point out how lucky she is to have a healthy baby.
c. Explain that she is experiencing postpartum blues.
d. Allow her time to express her feelings.
D
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A This is an assumption that she is in pain.
B This is blocking communication.
C She needs the opportunity to express her feelings first. Later, patient teaching can
occur.
D Although many women experience transient postpartum blues, they need
assistance in expressing their feelings. This condition affects 70–80% of new
mothers.
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