A woman has just delivered a baby and is lamenting that the baby's father is not with her. She shares with you that he became involved with drugs and is now in prison for theft. The new mother says,
"It's so sad. He's clearly no good." Which of the following would be the best response by the nurse?
a. "I'm so sorry to hear that. Is your mother able to be with you?"
b. "It's good that you and the baby are safe from him."
c. "Is there anyone to help you with the baby until the baby's father can be released and encouraged to get treatment for his addiction?"
d. "You must hate him for leaving you alone with a new baby!"
ANS: C
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