The clinic nurse sees a patient and her infant in the clinic for their 2-week follow-up visit. The woman appears to be tired, her clothes and hair appear unwashed, and she does not make eye contact with her infant. Which question would be most appropriate for the nurse to ask?
A. "Do you have help at home?"
B. "Is there anything wrong with your son?"
C. "Tell me about the first few days at home."
D. "What has happened? You look awful!"
ANS: C
The woman's appearance and interaction with her baby are clues to postpartum depression. The nurse needs to assess the woman further. A nonthreatening way to open the dialogue might be to say: "Tell me about the first few days at home." This statement provides the new mother with an opportunity to share both positive and negative impressions.
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