When providing care for a postpartum patient at a six-week checkup, which behavior would alert the nurse the patient may have postpartum psychosis?
A) Tearful during appointment
B) Talkative and asking questions
C) Restless and agitated, concerned with self
D) States being tired and happy at same time
Ans: C
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