A newborn is jaundiced and receiving phototherapy via ultraviolet bank lights.An appropriate nursing intervention when caring for an infant with hyperbilirubinemia and receiving phototherapy by this method would be to:

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The infant's eyes must be protected by an opaque mask to prevent overexposure to the light.Eye shields should cover the eyes completely but not occlude the nares.Lotions and ointments should not be applied to the infant because they absorb heat,and this can cause burns.The lights increase insensible water loss,placing the infant at risk for fluid loss and dehydration.Therefore,it is important that the infant be adequately hydrated.The infant should be turned every 2 hours to expose all body surfaces to the light.

A Newborn Is Jaundiced and Receiving Phototherapy Via Ultraviolet Bank