Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 90%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
2-day-old newborn with bilirubin level of 14 mg/dLA nurse is caring for a 2-day-old newborn who has a bilirubin level of 14 mg/dL (1 to 12 mg/dL) and is to begin phototherapy. Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct answer
C
Rationale
Monitoring intake and output ensures hydration and assesses phototherapy effectiveness in reducing bilirubin levels.