What is the best response to a postpartum woman who tells the nurse she feels "tired and sick all of the time since I had the baby 3 months ago"?
a. "This is a normal response for the body after pregnancy. Try to get more rest."
b. "I'll bet you will snap out of this funk real soon."
c. "Why don't you arrange for a babysitter so you and your husband can have a night out?"
d. "Let's talk about this further. I am concerned about how you are feeling."
ANS: D
If a postpartum woman seems depressed, it is important to explore her feelings to determine if they are persistent and pervasive.
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