The dependent phase of maternal adjustment to parenthood is characterized by all of the following except:
1. it takes at least 24 hours (to 2 days) for even mature and healthy women.
2. the mother needs to verbalize the experience of pregnancy and birth.
3. the woman feels a little let down and needs some quiet time.
4. the mother may need information repeated and reminders on what to do now.
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1. Incorrect. It does take a day or two for even mature and healthy women.
2. Incorrect. Mothers in this phase will talk to nurses, staff, family, friends, and other moth-ers.
3. Correct. The new mother is excited and wants to share.
4. Incorrect. Because she is preoccupied and dependent, she may need reminders.
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