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The nurse is caring for a newborn with hyperbilirubinemia who is receiving phototherapy. Which is an appropriate nursing intervention for this newborn?
A) Apply lotion as prescribed to moisturize skin.
B) Maintain nothing-by-mouth (NPO) status to prevent nausea and vomiting.
C) Monitor temperature to prevent hypothermia or hyperthermia.
D) Keep eye patches on for at least 8 to 12 of every 24 hours.
On May 28, 2024