A newborn is recieving phototherapy for hyperbilirubinemia. Which of the following is the priority nursing intervention?
The nurse is working in a postpartum unit caring for 4 mothers and 5 babies. Which of the following newborn bilirubin levels are MOST concerning? 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.
A nurse is setting up phototherapy for a newborn infant with an elevated bilirubin level. When preparing the phototherapy, which intervention must the nurse utilize to ensure the effectiveness of the process?
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.
The nurse is training a new graduate nurse who is caring for an infant receiving phototherapy for hyperbilirubinemia. Which of the following statements by the new nurse indicates a need for further education?
A nurse enters the room after receiving report that a newborn is on overhead phototherapy. Which finding would be most concerning?
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?
A nurse is educating a breastfeeding mother on how to help a newborn with a high bilirubin level. Which of the following should be included?
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?
