Nursing responsibility for postpartum depression includes all EXCEPT:

• A. Screening for symptoms
• B. Providing information
• C. Referring for treatment
• D. Judging the parent

Answer: (D)

Postpartum depression care for nurses centers on identifying symptoms early, educating the mother and family about what to expect and how to seek help, and connecting her with appropriate treatment. These steps empower the parent, support safe bonding with the baby, and promote recovery through coordinated care with mental health professionals and other supports.

Judging the parent is not part of nursing responsibilities. Approaching care with nonjudgmental empathy builds trust, reduces stigma, and encourages open communication about feelings and needs. Screening for symptoms involves using validated tools and asking about mood changes; providing information means explaining what constitutes postpartum depression, warning signs, and available resources; referring for treatment means coordinating access to therapy, medication considerations, and safety planning as needed.