The nurse is assessing the newborn and discovers a yellowing of the skin. This jaundice appeared at birth and is considered:
a. within normal limits.
b. pathological.
c. a result of iron deficiency.
d. indicating possible hepatitis.
B
Jaundice observed at birth is considered an indicator of a pathological condition, erythroblastosis fetalis.
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An anorectal preparation may be prescribed for a person with which of the following?
A. constipation B. hemorrhoids C. bowel incontinence D. polyps