Which statement is true about jaundice?
A) Neonatal jaundice is not common,but kernicterus occurs frequently.
B) The appearance of jaundice during the first 24 hours indicates a pathological process.
C) Jaundice will most likely appear before discharge.
D) Breastfed babies have a lower incidence of jaundice.

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Pathological jaundice is the appearance of jaundice prior to 24 hours of age.Breastfeeding is associated with an increased incidence of jaundice.Neonatal jaundice occurs in 60% of newborns;the complication called kernicterus is rare.Jaundice in the first 24 hours or that persists past day 7 is cause for medical concern.With early discharge jaundice may not appear before discharge,so parents need to know how to assess jaundice as part of their discharge teaching.

Which Statement Is True About Jaundice