Which Intervention Will Increase the Effectiveness in Reducing the Indirect

question 17

Multiple Choice

Which intervention will increase the effectiveness in reducing the indirect bilirubin in an affected newborn?

• A) Turn the infant every 2 hours.
• B) Place eye patches on the newborn.
• C) Wrap the infant in triple blankets to prevent cold stress.
• D) Increase the oral intake of water between and before feedings.

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