The nurse is responsible for monitoring the feedings of the infant with hyperbilirubinemia every 2 to 3 hours around the clock. The purpose of these formula feedings or breastfeedings is to:
a. prevent hyperglycemia.
b. provide fluids and protein.
c. decrease gastrointestinal motility.
d. prevent rapid emptying of the bilirubin from the bowel.
ANS: B
Proteins help maintain the albumin level in the blood, and the extra fluids help eliminate the excess bilirubin from the infant's system. Feedings every 2 hours will help prevent hypoglycemia. Increased gastrointestinal motility can facilitate the prompt emptying of the bilirubin from the bowel. The feedings stimulate bowel movements and emptying of the bilirubin from the bowel.
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