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A nurse is educating a parent about how to care for a newborn who has hyperbilirubinemia at home.
Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
This statement indicates that the parent understands the signs of acute bilirubin encephalopathy, a serious complication of hyperbilirubinemia that can cause brain damage. The parent should seek immediate medical attention if these symptoms occur.
“I will keep my baby fully clothed and wrapped in blankets.” This statement indicates that the parent does not understand the role of phototherapy in treating hyperbilirubinemia. Phototherapy is a treatment wherein a baby is placed under a special blue spectrum light to reduce the bilirubin levels. The baby should be exposed to as much light as possible, with only the eyes and genitals covered.
“I will limit breastfeeding to no more than 10 minutes per session.” This statement indicates that the parent does not understand the importance of adequate hydration and nutrition in preventing and treating hyperbilirubinemia. Breastfeeding should not be interrupted or limited, as it provides fluids and calories that help the baby excrete bilirubin through urine and stool. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breastfeeding at least 8 to 12 times per day for newborns.
“I will avoid exposing my baby to sunlight or artificial light.” This statement indicates that the parent does not understand the difference between natural and artificial light sources for phototherapy. Sunlight or artificial light from lamps or windows are not effective or safe for treating hyperbilirubinemia, as they do not emit the right wavelength or intensity of light, and they can cause overheating, dehydration, sunburn, or eye damage. The baby should receive phot
This statement indicates that the parent understands the signs of acute bilirubin encephalopathy, a serious complication of hyperbilirubinemia that can cause brain damage.
The parent should seek immediate medical attention if these symptoms occur.
Choice B is wrong because “I will keep my baby fully clothed and wrapped in blankets.” This statement indicates that the parent does not understand the role of phototherapy in treating hyperbilirubinemia. Phototherapy is a treatment wherein a baby is placed under a special blue spectrum light to reduce the bilirubin levels. The baby should be exposed to as much light as possible, with only the eyes and genitals covered.
Choice C is wrong because “I will limit breastfeeding to no more than 10 minutes per session.” This statement indicates that the parent does not understand the importance of adequate hydration and nutrition in preventing and treating hyperbilirubinemia. Breastfeeding should not be interrupted or limited, as it provides fluids and calories that help the baby excrete bilirubin through urine and stool. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breastfeeding at least 8 to 12 times per day for newborns.
Choice D is wrong because “I will avoid exposing my baby to sunlight or artificial light.” This statement indicates that the parent does not understand the difference between natural and artificial light sources for phototherapy. Sunlight or artificial light from lamps or windows are not effective or safe for treating hyperbilirubinemia, as they do not emit the right wavelength or intensity of light, and they can cause overheating, dehydration, sunburn, or eye damage.
The baby should receive phot