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During a Postpartum Home Visit with a 22-Year-Old Mother Discharged

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During a postpartum home visit with a 22-year-old mother discharged 2 days ago from the hospital, the nurse observes that the mother does not pick up her crying baby, appears listless, and has a flat affect.The mother states, "I can't handle this, and I have no one to help me." The nurse should:


A) Recommend removal of the infant
B) Discuss with the husband how to better support her
C) Screen her for postpartum depression
D) Suggest inviting her parents to come and help her

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