Which of the following would most likely lead the nurse to suspect that a woman is experiencing postpartum psychosis?
A) Delirium
B) Feelings of guilt
C) Sadness
D) Insomnia
A
Response:
Postpartum psychosis is at the severe end of the continuum of postpartum emotional disorders. It is manifested by depression that escalates to delirium, hallucinations, anger toward self and infant, bizarre behavior, mania, and thoughts of hurting herself and the infant. Feelings of guilt, sadness, and insomnia are associated with postpartum depression.
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