A 25-year-old, who is pregnant for the first time, tells the nurse that her husband acts like he's the one who is pregnant. She explains that he has developed food cravings, gained weight, and has frequent mood swings
The nurse would be correct in explaining to the young woman, that if he doesn't have a true physical illness, he is most likely experiencing which of the following? a. Depersonalization c. Hysterical neurosis
b. Couvade d. Presumptive signs of pregnancy
B
The nurse would be correct in telling the woman that the husband is most likely experiencing couvade. This occurs when the symptoms of pregnancy and childbirth are experienced by the man. There are many different theories that identify possible reasons for this condition; these include sympathy and identification with the pregnant woman, being left out, feeling guilty about putting the woman in this condition, or the stress of living in such an unpredictable situation.
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A. Yes B. No