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Neonatal Cholestasis and Complications Quiz

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What is the main mechanism of action of phototherapy in managing hyperbilirubinemia?

Inhibition of bilirubin production

Facilitation of bile excretion

Promotion of liver enzyme activity

Photooxidation and isomerization of bilirubin (correct)

Which complications are commonly associated with phototherapy for hyperbilirubinemia?

Respiratory distress, bradycardia, and anemia

Jaundice, pruritus, and constipation

Diarrhea, dehydration, and skin rash (correct)

Hypertension, fever, and thrombocytopenia

When is exchange transfusion indicated in managing hyperbilirubinemia?

In cases with high unconjugated bilirubin levels according to bilirubin chart (correct)

In cases with direct hyperbilirubinemia

In cases with low unconjugated bilirubin levels below normal range

In cases with elevated liver enzymes

What is the purpose of giving IV immunoglobulin during preparation for an exchange transfusion?

Decrease the need for exchange by stabilizing bilirubin levels Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of covering eyes and genitalia during phototherapy?

To avoid damage to these sensitive areas from light exposure Signup and view all the answers

Why is exchange transfusion sometimes carried at lower levels in the presence of risk factors?

To minimize the stress on the baby's body during the procedure Signup and view all the answers

How does exchange transfusion help prevent kernicterus?

By rapidly removing excessive bilirubin from the baby's blood Signup and view all the answers

What amount of blood is typically needed for an exchange transfusion procedure?

$wt$ (weight of the baby) Signup and view all the answers

"Sometimes exchange transfusion is carried out in cases with established kernicterus" to prevent what?

Further brain damage Signup and view all the answers

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Questions and Answers

What is the main mechanism of action of phototherapy in managing hyperbilirubinemia?

Which complications are commonly associated with phototherapy for hyperbilirubinemia?

When is exchange transfusion indicated in managing hyperbilirubinemia?

What is the purpose of giving IV immunoglobulin during preparation for an exchange transfusion?

What is the significance of covering eyes and genitalia during phototherapy?

Why is exchange transfusion sometimes carried at lower levels in the presence of risk factors?

How does exchange transfusion help prevent kernicterus?

What amount of blood is typically needed for an exchange transfusion procedure?

"Sometimes exchange transfusion is carried out in cases with established kernicterus" to prevent what?

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