The teenage mother admitted to the nurse that sometimes she was sorry she had the baby, and all she wanted was to be able to sleep all night. Which of the following is the most appropriate action for the nurse to take?
a. Ask the grandmother if she could take the baby for a few nights so the teenager could catch up on her sleep.
b. Assure the mother that her feelings were normal and that no one likes being exhausted.
c. Call Children's Protective Services as this mother is at high risk for child abuse.
d. Explain normal growth and development for toddlers.
ANS: B
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