Question

for chapter 12, case study 121 in the winningham Critical thinking cases in Nursing by Mariann Harding and Julie S. Snyder, for question 1, how would you priortize your interventions and what would be the rationales?

Answer 1

When you discover you are pregnant, a certain degree of stress and anxiety is to be expected - whether the pregnancy was planned or unplanned, the implications of a positive pregnancy test can be overwhelming. Nurses must explain to the pregnant woman about the following.

Symptoms of antenatal depression

There are likely to be times during your pregnancy when you feel down and unable to cope. While this may be common, it does not mean you need to suffer in silence.

Anxiety towards the birth

Coping with a traumatic birth

For the majority of people childbirth is an extraordinary event, for others it can feel traumatic due to complications during labour, or unexpected deviations from the birthing plan.

Tips to cope with depression and anxiety during pregnancy

Exercise, communicate with your place of work, nap when you can, get support wherever you can, and learn relaxation techniques etc.,