Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 74%
Simulated
The nurse is assessing a client with postpartum depression for changes in mood and cognitive state. Which subjective finding(s) should the nurse identify that are consistent with postpartum depression? Select all that apply.
Correct answer
B, C, E
Rationale
Postpartum depression is characterized by a dysphoric mood state, with pervasive sadness (E) being a core symptom. Cognitive changes such as poor concentration (C) and somatic symptoms like disrupted sleep (B), which is often unrelated to infant care, are also classic features. Grandiosity (A) is a symptom of mania, not depression, and compulsive behavior (D) is more indicative of an anxiety disorder like OCD, not the primary mood and cognitive profile of postpartum depression.