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Can anyone give a suggestion for a nursing diagnosis and care plan for a rather traditional lady partsl delivery(no problems). I was thinking of something with breast feeding because this is a first time mother and both she and her husband were concerned that the baby wasn't getting anything. Although I explained to her that it is normal for the baby to sleep a lot the first 24 hours after birth, they were still concerned. Every time she put baby to breast she would latch on, take a few sucks and then fall asleep again. This is due by tomorrow morning so any suggestions would be of great help. Thanks for all replies in advance! I actually need 2 full plans so any thoughts would be greatly appreciated. Guess I should purchase a care plan book specifically for maternity!

Thanks so much to all of you for replying. It has eased my mind and made me feel better in my struggle of whether to apply for an internship or not. I will not give up my dream of being an L&D nurse, but know now that all my experiences up until that point will only strengthen my skills. I understand that clinical instructors do have a stressful position, but I myself find it hard to accept one that has a student crying almost everyday. It certaintly does not facilitate the learning process. I wish they would all remember they were once where I and many others are now. Thanks again...

I am a nursing student currently in my second year. I am scheduled to graduate in the spring of '07 with my ADN. Lately I have been down because I have been told by many that I will not find the position I am seeking in labor and delivery. I have been informed by many that there are very few openings ever on these floors and when there is, those with seniority and present employment will get them first. Okay, so I try and search out new areas. I am not especially compelled to a med-surg floor, so I do an observation day in the ER and Acute coronary care units. I liked them both, but speaking to other nurses I find that some highly recommend against new GN's persuing a critical care internship. This has me wondering if after wanting to be a nurse all my life, I have chosen the wrong career. On top of that I was berated in front of others by my clinical instructor recently as I expressed to her that the procedure she requested of me I had not performed before and asked for her patience and understanding. I was so upset that my honesty and request for her guidance brought forth such hatred. Summing it all up, I am starting to question daily my ability and usefullness in the world of nursing. I am so torn at this point. Can anyone offer any suggestions or constructive thoughts? I feel defeated before I have even started.