The teenage mother's behavior seemed consistent with a fantasy that the newborn was rather like a doll who would love her forever. Which of the following would be the most appropriate nursing intervention? (Select all that apply.)
a. Enrolling the mother in a foster grandmother program
b. Demonstrating that screaming will help calm the newborn
c. Providing the mother a set of how to be a parent books
d. Inviting the mother to join a support group with other teenage mothers
e. Planning nursing assessment visits every 3 months during the first year
f. Explaining appropriate maternal behaviors before hospital discharge
Question 2
A woman returns to an abusive relationship despite being referred to a shelter by the community/public health nurse. Which of the following explains why the client would not accept this referral? (Select all that apply.)
a. If she attempts to leave, the man's reprisals may be even worse.
b. She may lack money, skill, or employment opportunities.
c. She secretly enjoys being dominated, like many victims of abuse.
d. She believes marriage is forever and divorce demonstrates failure.
e. If she moves to a shelter, she will not be safe there.
f. She enjoys having a strong man be responsible for her life.
A newborn kitten
Cheetah mother with cub
Scorpion mother
Neural Circuits and Maternal Behavior
Alcohol, Mating, and Aggressive Behavior in Monkeys
A little girl talking to her mother, who looks amused.