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Activity Steps

Learning Objectives

After completing this continuing education activity you will be able to:

  1. Distinguish the various types of postpartum mood disorders.
  2. Identify common risk factors for postpartum depression.
  3. Recognize behavioral manifestations of postpartum depression.
  4. Choose the appropriate treatment options for postpartum depression.

Learning Outcomes

Nurses will demonstrate competency in understanding foundational information about postpartum depression, the risk factors for and the consequences of this mood disorder, screening, and treatment options by achieving a minimum score of 70% on the posttest.
Price: $24.95

Credits:

  • ANCC 2.5 CH
  • DC - BON 2.5 CH
  • FL - BON 2.5 CH
  • GA - BON 2.5 CH

Lippincott Professional Development is accredited with distinction as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center's Commission on Accreditation. This activity is also provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 11749. Lippincott Professional Development is also an approved provider of continuing nursing education by the District of Columbia Board of Nursing, Florida Board of Nursing, and Georgia Board of Nursing, #50-1223.







Test Code: AJN0721A
Published: July 2021
Expires: 6/6/2025
Collections: CESaver
Required Passing Score: 8/10 (80%)
Authors: Barbara Marie Alba, PhD, RN, NEA-BC