A 3-day-old term neonate has visible jaundice extending to the legs. Total serum bilirubin is above the treatment threshold for age on the NICE chart....

Question

A 3-day-old term neonate has visible jaundice extending to the legs. Total serum bilirubin is above the treatment threshold for age on the NICE chart. The baby is otherwise well. What is the most appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Start immediate phototherapy

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Reassure and arrange community midwife review

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Start exchange transfusion immediately

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Give oral antibiotics

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No treatment is possible at this age

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Neonatal jaundice

A 3-day-old term neonate has visible jaundice extending to the legs. Total serum bilirubin is above the treatment threshold for age on the NICE chart. The baby is otherwise well. What is the most appropriate management?