Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 71%
Simulated
A nurse is collecting data from a client who is 18 hr postpartum. The nurse notes that the client is in the 'taking-in phase of maternal adjustment. Which of the following manifestations should the nurse expect?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
In the taking-in phase, postpartum clients are passive, dependent, and eager to review the birth experience to process it. Tolerating discomforts, reconnecting with partners, and self-care occur in later phases.