A client with a 2-month-old child is experiencing insomnia, mood swings, and crying. The nurse realizes that this client would most likely benefit from:
1. Electroconvulsive therapy.
2. Cognitive-behavioral therapy.
3. Antidepressants and psychosocial interventions.
4. Time management and exercise therapy.
3. Antidepressants and psychosocial interventions.
Rationale:
The client is demonstrating signs of postpartum depression as evidenced by the mood swings, insomnia, and crying. Treatment for this disorder includes antidepressants and psychosocial interventions. Electroconvulsive therapy would be indicated for some cases of depression but not for postpartum depression. Cognitive-behavioral therapy would be indicated for depression but not postpartum depression. Time management and exercise therapy would not be beneficial for a client experiencing postpartum depression.
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