A mother is asking the nurse if her infant will be able to still breastfeed even though the infant is on phototherapy. Feedings for the infant:
1. Should be minimal while under phototherapy.
2. Should be done through a bottle because the baby will be too lethargic to breastfeed.
3. Should be stopped until the bilirubin levels have dropped into normal limits.
4. Should be frequent to promote bowel movements to rid the body of the bilirubin.
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1 Feeding is important because the bilirubin binds to the fecal matter for excretion.
2. The baby can breastfeed even though the bilirubin level is elevated.
3. Feedings should continue because the bilirubin binds to the fecal matter for excretion.
4. Frequent feedings will help promote bowel movements. The bilirubin binds to the fecal matter for excretion.
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