The nurse is collecting information during a follow-up OB appointment with a patient who delivered 3 months ago. The patient reports her partner has become cynical, irritable, and verbally abusive. The nurse will screen for which risks related to paternal postnatal depression (PPND)? Select all that apply.

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The nurse is collecting information during a follow-up OB appointment with a patient who delivered 3 months ago. The patient reports her partner has become cynical, irritable, and verbally abusive. The nurse will screen for which risks related to paternal postnatal depression (PPND)? Select all that apply.

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Exhibiting paternal depression during the pregnancy can be a risk factor for the development of PPND. An unexpected or unplanned pregnancy can be a risk factor for the development of PPND. The father’s estrangement from his parents and siblings can be a stressful life event and/or indicate a lack of social support.

Question 2 of 5

What assessment data increases the risk of postpartum infection?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 3 of 5

What nursing intervention does the nurse include in the plan of care for a person with a wound infection?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 4 of 5

What nursing intervention does the nurse include in the plan of care for a person with postpartum endometritis?

Correct Answer: A

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

Question 5 of 5

What is characteristic of a late (secondary) PPH?

Correct Answer: B

Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.

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