Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 87%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A postpartum clientA nurse is discussing postpartum depression with a newly licensed nurse. Which of the following statements by the newly licensed nurse indicates an understanding of this condition?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Postpartum depression is more likely to occur in women who have a history of depression due to the presence of pre-existing risk factors. Understanding this indicates a comprehensive knowledge of the condition.
Summary of Incorrect Choices:
A: Incorrect, most women with postpartum depression do not harm their infants.
B: Incorrect, psychotic behaviors are not common in postpartum depression.
D: Incorrect, postpartum depression can occur anytime within the first year after childbirth, not just 48 hours after.
Rationale: Postpartum depression is more likely to occur in women who have a history of depression due to the presence of pre-existing risk factors. Understanding this indicates a comprehensive knowledge of the condition.
Summary of Incorrect Choices:
A: Incorrect, most women with postpartum depression do not harm their infants.
B: Incorrect, psychotic behaviors are not common in postpartum depression.
D: Incorrect, postpartum depression can occur anytime within the first year after childbirth, not just 48 hours after.