The nurse is providing care for a teenage mother expressing ambivalence about her new role as a parent. Which of the following responses by the nurse is best?

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The best response is to encourage further discussion and exploration of the mother's feelings. By asking the mother to discuss how she feels when holding the baby, the nurse can better understand her concerns and provide appropriate support and guidance. A is dismissive and does not offer helpful advice, B assumes adoption is the only option without exploring other possibilities or addressing the mother's feelings, and D suggests talking to the mother's own parents without addressing the mother's current concerns.

The Nurse Is Providing Care for a Teenage Mother Expressing