What is a priority goal in the postpartum care of an adolescent mother?
a. Prevention of subsequent pregnancies
b. Ensuring that the father of the baby cares for the child
c. Returning the mother to a prepregnancy lifestyle
d. Facilitating formula feeding to minimize interruptions
ANS: A
Postpartum care of the adolescent is directed at preventing subsequent pregnancies and enhancing life outcomes for the teen parents and child. Health care programs should provide comprehensive contraceptive services at the same time the child is seen for appointments. Ensuring the father of the baby cares for the child is not part of the postpartum care of the mother. The adolescent mother cannot return to a prepregnancy lifestyle. She now has an infant to care for. Breastfeeding is recommended for the infant. The nurse and mother should explore the best nutrition for both the mother's needs and those of the infant.
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