Jenna gave birth to a baby six weeks ago. You are working in the clinic when she comes in for her six-week postpartum checkup. You notice that she appears unkempt and that she does not seem to notice when the baby is fussing in the infant carrier. When you ask Jenna how things have been going at home, she bursts into tears and tells you she cannot handle the baby and feels worthless as a mother. Which of the following is true of antidepressant medications? a. They should always be used in postpartum depression b. Many cross through the breast milk to the baby c. All are completely safe when breastfeeding d. They should never be used in postpartum depression
[Answered]: Jenna gave birth to a baby six weeks ago
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