When an infant is receiving phototherapy with standard high-intensity lights, the nurse should explain to the parents that:
a. The infant's eyes will be covered because the bright light would prevent sleep.
b. The infant can be removed from the light for feeding and short visits.
c. Lotion can be applied to moisturize the skin before treatments.
d. The infant will remain under the light at all times.
ANS: B
The infant can be removed from the light (and the eye patches removed) for feeding and for short visits with parents. The eyes are covered during treatments to prevent damage to the eyes from the lights. Lotions and oils are not applied because they may cause burning of the skin.
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