The nurse reviews the laboratory results of a 1-hour-old newborn.Which finding does the nurse need to report to the provider immediately?

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Elevated bilirubin in a 1-hour-old newborn is a concerning finding and needs to be reported to the provider immediately as it can indicate the development of jaundice, which can lead to complications if left untreated. Elevated hemoglobin and hematocrit are within normal range for a newborn and are not concerning. An elevated white blood cell count may indicate infection but without other signs and symptoms, it may not require immediate reporting. Prolonged clotting time may also not require immediate reporting as it may be due to the normal physiological process of the newborn's blood clotting system adjusting after birth.

The Nurse Reviews the Laboratory Results of a 1-Hour-Old Newborn