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Question
The nurse teaches parents of a 3-day-old newborn about jaundice. Which finding should the parents report promptly?
1The newborn sleeps between feedings.
2The newborn is difficult to wake and feeds poorly.✓ Correct answer
3The newborn has six wet diapers in 24 hours.
4The newborn's stool changes from dark to greenish-yellow.
Explanation
Difficulty waking and poor feeding can indicate worsening jaundice or illness and should be reported promptly. Adequate wet diapers and stool transition are expected signs of intake and newborn adaptation. Parents need clear warning signs for follow-up.
In-depth explanation
Clinical Judgment Newborn teaching focuses on feeding, output, alertness, and color changes.
Memory Tip Jaundice plus poor feeding: call.
Clinical scenario
Clinical Practice Guide Newborn jaundice follow-up considers age in hours, bilirubin risk, feeding adequacy, output, and clinical appearance.
Caution Lethargy in a newborn is never ignored.
Key concepts
Jaundice — Yellowing of skin or eyes caused by bilirubin buildup.
Bilirubin — A pigment formed from red blood cell breakdown.
Poor Feeding — Inadequate intake that can worsen dehydration and jaundice risk.