Practice Question
Which of the following statements most accurately describes postpartum depression (PPD)?
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Correct Answer:
PPD is distinguished by irritability, severe anxiety, and panic attacks.
Rationale:
🔹 Postpartum depression (PPD) is a serious mood disorder that occurs within the first few weeks to months after childbirth and goes beyond normal “baby blues.”
🔹 It is marked by persistent sadness, irritability, severe anxiety, panic attacks, difficulty bonding with the baby, and sometimes thoughts of self-harm or harming the infant.
🔹 Unlike the baby blues, which resolve within 1 to 2 weeks without treatment, PPD requires medical or psychological intervention to prevent worsening mental health.
🔹 PPD can affect any woman, regardless of race, age, or socioeconomic status, although risk factors include a history of depression, lack of support, and stressful life events.
🔹 Early recognition and treatment—including counseling, support groups, and sometimes medication—are crucial for recovery and maternal-infant health.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: General Exams
- Domain: 🤱🏼Maternity & Newborn Care
- Answer Choices: 4