Anxiety disorders are the most common mental disorders that affect women.While providing care to the maternity patient,the nurse should be aware that one of these disorders is likely to be triggered by the process of labor and birth.This disorder is:

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In PTSD,women perceive childbirth as a traumatic event.They have nightmares and flashbacks about the event,anxiety,and avoidance of reminders of the traumatic event.Phobias are irrational fears that may lead a person to avoid certain objects,events,or situations.Panic disorders include episodes of intense apprehension,fear,and terror.Symptoms may manifest themselves as palpitations,chest pain,choking,or smothering.OCD symptoms include recurrent,persistent,and intrusive thoughts.The mother may repeatedly check and recheck her infant once he or she is born,even though she realizes that this is irrational.OCD is best treated with medications.

Anxiety Disorders Are the Most Common Mental Disorders That Affect