A new mother has delivered her first child 48 hours ago. According to Reva Rubin, which maternal behavior should be expected?
a. Expresses a sense of unreality at having a baby
b. Wants the nursery personnel to feed the infant
c. Participates in diapering the infant
d. Has made preparations for returning to work
C
"Taking hold" begins 24 to 48 hours after birth, when the mother's focus changes from her own needs to that of her neonate. Expressing a sense of unreality at having a baby, wanting the nursery personnel to feed the infant occurs immediately following delivery and is part of "taking in." Preparations for returning to work do not occur until approximately 5 to 6 weeks following delivery.
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