Which will the nurse include in the family assessment for the postpartum client? Select all that apply

1. Parental roles
2. Bonding behaviors
3. Sibling adjustment
4. Signs and symptoms of infection
5. Level of comfort with newborn care


1, 2, 3, 5
Explanation:
1. The nurse assesses parental role adjustment during the family assessment for the postpartum client.
2. The nurse assesses bonding behaviors during the family assessment for the postpartum client.
3. The nurse assesses sibling adjustment during the family assessment for the postpartum client.
4. Clinical manifestations of infection are assessed during the physical assessment, not the family assessment, for the postpartum client.
5. The nurse assesses level of comfort with newborn care during the family assessment for the postpartum client.

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