To assess the coping abilities of a first-time mother who expresses concern to the nurse about feeling overwhelmed by the needs of her newborn, the nurse should ask the client about her
A) Past experiences with childcare
B) Interpretation of events
C) Nutritional patterns
D) Exercise patterns
Ans: B
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