All of These Statements About Physiologic Jaundice Are True Except

question 5

Multiple Choice

All of these statements about physiologic jaundice are true except:

• A)Neonatal jaundice is common,but kernicterus is rare
• B)The appearance of jaundice during the first 24 hours or beyond day 7 indicates a pathologic process
• C)Because jaundice may not appear before discharge,parents need instruction on how to assess it and when to call for medical help
• D)Breastfed babies have a lower incidence of jaundice

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