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The nurse working in a clinic often screens her patients for postpartum depression (PPD). Identify the differences between postpartum depression and postpartum blues.

A.

Major differences occur within the first two weeks postpartum.

B.

Symptoms disappear without medical intervention.

C.

Unable to safely care for self and/or baby.

D.

May require antidepressants.

E.

Occurs within the first 12 months postpartum.

Question Solution

Correct Answer : A,B,C,D,E

Choice A rationale

Postpartum blues typically resolve within the first two weeks postpartum and involve mild symptoms like mood swings and irritability. In contrast, postpartum depression can persist

longer and requires treatment.

 

Choice B rationale

Symptoms of postpartum blues usually disappear without medical intervention, whereas postpartum depression often needs professional treatment to manage the more severe and

persistent symptoms.

 

Choice C rationale

Postpartum depression can impair a mother's ability to care for herself and her baby safely, requiring intervention to prevent harm. Postpartum blues do not typically cause such severe

functional impairment.

 

Choice D rationale

Postpartum depression may require antidepressants for treatment due to its severity. Postpartum blues generally do not necessitate such interventions and are managed through

support and reassurance.

 

Choice E rationale

Postpartum depression can occur at any time within the first 12 months after delivery, while postpartum blues are usually confined to the initial two weeks postpartum.


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Correct Answer is C

Explanation

Choice A rationale

G4T1 P1 A1 L2 implies the client has been pregnant 4 times, with 1 term birth, 1 preterm birth, 1 abortion, and 2 living children. This does not include the correct number of

pregnancies or abortions for this client.

Choice B rationale

G5T2 P0 A2 L2 indicates 5 pregnancies, 2 term births, no preterm births, 2 abortions, and 2 living children. This does not correctly account for the preterm birth and abortion history

provided.

Choice C rationale

G5T1 P1 A2 L2 is the correct answer, as it denotes 5 pregnancies (including the current one), 1 term birth, 1 preterm birth, 2 abortions, and 2 living children, aligning with the client's

history.

Choice D rationale

G5T1 P1 A1 L3 indicates 5 pregnancies, 1 term birth, 1 preterm birth, 1 abortion, and 3 living children. The client has only 2 living children, so this is incorrect.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

Choice A rationale

Copious vernix is typically found on preterm newborns, not those born post-term.

Choice B rationale

Dry, cracked skin is a common finding in post-term newborns due to prolonged exposure to amniotic fluid.

Choice C rationale

Decreased subcutaneous fat is more likely in preterm newborns, while post-term newborns might lose some fat due to nutrient depletion.

Choice D rationale

Scant scalp hair is more common in preterm infants, whereas post-term infants usually have more developed hair. .

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