ABO - Ramchandani discussion Flashcards
1
Q
Levels of unconjugated bilirubin to diagnose jaundice for PRETERM INFANTS:
A
10-12 mg/dL
2
Q
Levels of unconjugated bilirubin to diagnose jaundice for FULLTERM INFANTS:
A
6-8 mg/dL
3
Q
Pathologic jaundice
A
> 2 mg/dL
4
Q
Physiologic jaundice
A
< 2 mg/dL
5
Q
Most common cause of jaundice?
A
Breastfeeding
Discontinue at least 24-48 hours
6
Q
Blocks heme oxygenase
A
(Sn) Tin - porphyrins
7
Q
True or False: In order for HDN to occur, mothers must be type O.
A
True
8
Q
Jaundice after 24 hours
A
Physiologic jaundice
9
Q
Jaundice within 24 hours
A
Pathologic jaundice
10
Q
Starts to peak after 4-5 days
A
Physiologic jaundice
11
Q
5 mg/dL bilirubin in 24 hours
A
Pathologic jaundice