A visiting nurse is concerned that a mother has not properly bonded with her infant. The nurse should assess for what factors that could impact this process? (Select all that apply.)
A.
Chaotic home life
B.
Disappointment in her birth experience
C.
Lack of family support
D.
Poverty
E.
Substance abuse
ANS: A, C, D, E
Many stressors can have a negative impact on the bonding process, including a chaotic home life, lack of family support, poverty, substance abuse, and concerns about child care if the mother must return to work. Disappointment in the birth experience may be an issue for some women with bonding difficulties, but it is not a typical cause of this problem.
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