CNM Certified Nurse Midwife

Answer: B - The client has postpartum psychosis, which is manifested by feelings of depression and hallucinations. A history of clinical depression increases a woman’s risk for postpartum psychosis. The priority action of the nurse is to protect the client and child from injury. In addition to suicide ideation, it is not uncommon for women with this condition to have the urge to hurt their babies. The nurse midwife must be alert when a client reveals this information. Offering compassion is more appropriate for clients with postpartum blues. Counseling is usually recommended to client with postpartum depression.