Which of the following would the nurse need to keep in mind when describing the difference between pathological and physiological jaundice to a new mother?
A) Physiological jaundice results in kernicterus.
B) Pathological jaundice appears within 24 hours after birth.
C) Both are treated with exchange transfusions of O- blood.
D) Physiological jaundice requires transfer to the NICU.
B
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A) Vitamin A B) Vitamin E C) Vitamin C D) Vitamin D
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A patient with chronic acute otitis media infections is having tympanostomy tubes placed. What should post-tube placement instructions for this patient include?
1. Avoid getting any water into the ears. 2. Wash hair only with warm water. 3. Make sure showers are completed within 10 minutes. 4. Avoid gum chewing.