In what situation will the physician order RhoGAM?
a. An unsensitized Rh-negative mother has an Rh-positive infant.
b. An Rh-negative mother becomes sensitized.
c. A sensitized infant has a rising bilirubin level.
d. An unsensitized infant exhibits no outward signs.
ANS: A
The Rh-negative woman should receive RhoGAM within 72 hours after the birth of an Rh-positive infant.
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