A term 3-day-old newborn has TSB 20 mg/dL, no neurotoxicity risk factors. According to the 2022 AAP guideline, which is appropriate?...

Question

A term 3-day-old newborn has TSB 20 mg/dL, no neurotoxicity risk factors. According to the 2022 AAP guideline, which is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Begin phototherapy now based on age-specific threshold

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Reassure; no treatment needed

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Exchange transfusion immediately

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Start IVIG immediately

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Sunlight exposure at home

us-usmle-step-2 MCQ (SBA): Neonatal Hyperbilirubinemia