A newborn suffering from physiologic jaundice is advised for a phototherapy. The nurse taking care of the patient should:
A. Place the baby on enteric isolation
B. Don a mask, gown, and gloves while taking care of the infant.
C. Give sterile water to the baby between feedings
D. Protect the baby’s skin from drying by applying an emollient.
Answer:C
A newborn suffering from physiologic jaundice is advised for a phototherapy. The nurse taking care of the patient should:
A. Place the baby on enteric isolation B. Don a mask, gown, and gloves while taking care of the infant. C. Give sterile water to the baby between feedings D. Protect the baby’s skin from drying by applying an emollient.