The perinatal nurse observes the new mother watching her baby daughter closely, touching her face, and asking many questions about infant feeding. This stage of mothering is best described as:
a. Taking in
b. Taking hold
c. Taking charge
d. Taking time
ANS: b
As the mother's physical condition improves, she begins to take charge and enters the taking-hold phase where she assumes care for herself and her infant. At this time, the mother eagerly wants information about infant care and shows signs of bonding with her infant. During this phase, the nurse should closely observe mother–infant interactions for signs of poor bonding, and if present, implement actions to facilitate attachment.
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