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The Nurse Is Explaining to a Mother That Her Newborn's

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The nurse is explaining to a mother that her newborn's blood test indicates a high level of unconjugated bilirubin, which causes jaundice. Which information does the nurse present to the mother? Select all that apply.


A) The blood test does not indicate a pathological disease.
B) The newborn's liver converts bilirubin to a water-soluble substance.
C) An abundance of RBCs and RBC short life span contributes to the condition.
D) The newborn's condition is also referred to as hyperbilirubinemia.
E) Elevated bilirubin can be excreted in the urine and stool.

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