Question

A 31-year-old woman who gave birth 4 weeks ago is showing signs of postpartum psychosis (delusions, mania, and confusion). According to NICE, what is the recommended acute management step?

Accepted Answer

Emergency psychiatric evaluation, likely admission, and antipsychotic or mood stabiliser therapy

Answer

Immediate separation from baby and no treatment

Answer

Low-dose SSRI alone

Answer

Counselling alone

Answer

Watchful waiting at home

Practice question

A 31-year-old woman who gave birth 4 weeks ago is showing signs of postpartum psychosis (delusions, mania, and confusion). According to NICE, what is the recommended acute management step?