A client with a 2-month-old child is experiencing insomnia, mood swings, and crying. Based on this data, which would the nurse anticipate the client would benefit from receiving?

Question

Select all that apply.
A) Electroconvulsive therapy
B) Psychosocial interventions
C) Antidepressants
D) Time management and exercise therapy
E) Cognitive-behavioral therapy

Answer 1

Answer: B, C

The client is demonstrating signs of postpartum depression as evidenced by the mood swings, insomnia, and crying. Treatment for this disorder includes antidepressants and psychosocial interventions. Electroconvulsive therapy would be indicated for some cases of depression but not for postpartum depression. Cognitive-behavioral therapy would be indicated for depression but not postpartum depression. Time management and exercise therapy would not be beneficial for a client experiencing postpartum depression.