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yoroshambo · **on:** Jun 27, 2018

Which interventions can the nurse utilize to provide continuity of care for the postpartal client who experienced a complication and is now ready to return home? Note: Credit will be given only if all correct choices and no incorrect choices are

selected. Select all that apply. 1. Encourage the client to take advantage of home visits.
2. Make telephone calls as a follow-up to check on the client and newborn.
3. Provide information about postpartal support groups.
4. Refer to mental health professionals to help screen the client for any mental health problems as a result of the complications experienced in the hospital.
5. Supply information about postpartum expectations designed to meet the specific needs of a variety of families.

Question 2

The postpartum client who is being discharged from the hospital experienced severe postpartum depression after her last birth. What should the nurse include in the plan of follow-up care for this client?

1. One visit from a homecare nurse, to take place in 2 days
2. Two visits from a public health nurse over the next month
3. An appointment with a mental health counselor
4. Follow-up with the obstetrician in 6 weeks

tsternbergh47 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 27, 2018

Answer to Question 1

1, 2, 3, 5
Explanation: 1. Home visits, especially for early discharge families, are invaluable in fostering positive adjustments for the new family.
2. Telephone follow-up at 2 to 3 weeks postpartum to ask whether the mother is experiencing difficulties is also helpful.
3. Support groups in which child care is available can be an invaluable community service for the postpartum client.
5. Social support teaching guides are available to assist in helping postpartum women explore their needs for postpartum support.

Answer to Question 2

3
Explanation: 3. Postpartum depression has a high recurrence rate. Women with a history of postpartum psychosis or depression or other risk factors may benefit from a referral to a mental health professional for counseling during pregnancy or postpartum.