[Answered]: The NP is seeing a 5-day-old in clinic and…

The NP is seeing a 5-day-old in clinic and notices yellow sclera upon assessment. What should the NP tell the parent? “Your baby bas jaundice and if you don’t get them treated they will likely have hearing loss and a neurologic disorder.” “You need to supplement formula in between breast feeding to help bring the bilirubin down.” “Make sure breastfeeding occurs every 2-3 hours, 8-12 times a day, and we will get a blood test today to check their bilirubin blood level.” “It is important to treat jaundice as soon as possible, we will start phototherapy lights at home, make sure the baby is only wearing a diaper under the lights.”