Nursing Interventions in Postpartum Depression
Nursing Interventions in Postpartum Depression ( 4 Questions)
A nurse is educating a woman with postpartum depression about self-care activities.
Which of the following should the nurse include? (Select all that apply.)
isolating herself from others and avoiding social interactions can increase the feelings of loneliness, guilt and worthlessness that are common in postpartum depression. The woman should be encouraged to maintain contact with her family, friends and support groups who can offer emotional and practical help.
The correct answer is choices A, B, C and E. These are all self-care activities that can help a woman with postpartum depression cope with her condition and recover faster.
They include:
• Getting enough sleep and rest: This can help reduce fatigue, stress and mood swings.
• Eating a balanced diet and drinking plenty of fluids: This can help nourish the body and prevent dehydration, which can worsen depression.
• Engaging in physical activity and hobbies: This can help boost mood, energy and self-esteem, as well as provide a sense of enjoyment and accomplishment.
• Seeking help when feeling overwhelmed or hopeless: This can help the woman get professional support, counseling and treatment, as well as connect with other women who have experienced postpartum depression.
Choice D is wrong because isolating herself from others and avoiding social interactions can increase the feelings of loneliness, guilt and worthlessness that are common in postpartum depression. The woman should be encouraged to maintain contact with her family, friends and support groups who can offer emotional and practical help.