The nurse is discussing jaundice with a concerned mother of a newborn. The nurse knows that if a baby has sustained hyperbilirubinemia, the primary concern is what?
The nurse is caring for a newborn on phototherapy due to hyperbilirubinemia. Which of the following interventions are priorities for a newborn with this diagnosis? Select all that apply.
The nurse is caring for a two-day-old baby who requires phototherapy for a bilirubin level of 13 mg/dL. During phototherapy, the nurse should monitor for which of the following? Select all that apply.
Which infants are most at risk for hyperbilirubinemia? Select all that apply
A nursery nurse is caring for a neonate who is receiving phototherapy. During the assessment, the nurse turns off the phototherapy light and checks the newborn. The nurse notes that the newborn’s skin appears orange-yellow in color and he is sleepy. What is the next step the nurse should take?
A 3-day-old infant requires phototherapy for elevated bilirubin levels. Which of the following is part of nursing care for an infant undergoing phototherapy? Select all that apply.
A newborn is recieving phototherapy for hyperbilirubinemia. Which of the following is the priority nursing intervention?
A nurse is caring for a 2-day-old infant who requires phototherapy for treatment of jaundice. Which information would be included as part of the nurse’s subjective assessment?
A nurse notes a high risk bilirubin level on a newborn. After notifying the provider, which provider order should be questioned?
The parents of a newborn with jaundice are being instructed in home use of a phototherapy blanket to treat the condition. Which information would the nurse most likely give this family for instructions on home phototherapy?
