A Perinatal Clinic Nurse Develops Concerns About a Postpartum Woman

A perinatal clinic nurse develops concerns about a postpartum woman and her infant at the first well-baby checkup.The nurse has assessed several risk factors for depression.Which action by the nurse is most appropriate?

A) Administer the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale.
B) Contact Children and Family Services or Child Protective Services.
C) Notify the Visiting Nurses Association and request a home visit.
D) Provide information and teaching on the postpartum blues.

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