Hyperbilirubinemia

Question 1

What is considered an elevated serum bilirubin level

Answer 1

higher than 12

Question 2

What are the clinical signs of hyperbilirubinemia

Answer 2

Excess bilirubin in the bloodstream
Dark colored urine
Pale clay colored stool

Question 3

What will a newborns skin look like hyperbilirubinemia

Answer 3

Jaundice - yellow pigment usually in the first days of life. Adults yellow skin and sclera

Question 4

Why does the skin and sclera turn yellow

Answer 4

Bilirubin is yellow

Question 5

What is bilirubin

Answer 5

Yellow substance that the body creates when red blood cells a broken down

Question 6

What is the treatment for increased bilirubin levels

Answer 6

Patho for newborns
Breastfeeding / increased feedning
Focus on cause

Question 7

hyperbilirubinemia nursing considerations

Answer 7

Jaundice normal in newborns, not adults
Phototherapy to treat neonatal jaundice (monitor temp and hydration)
Only wear a diaper and protect the eyes.