The Difference Between Physiologic and Nonphysiologic Jaundice Is That Nonphysiologic

question 19

Multiple Choice

The difference between physiologic and nonphysiologic jaundice is that nonphysiologic jaundice

• A) usually results in kernicterus.
• B) appears during the first 24 hours of life.
• C) results from breakdown of excessive erythrocytes not needed after birth.
• D) begins on the head and progresses down the body.

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