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serike

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What is the most common cause of kernicterus in the newborn?
 
  a. breastfeeding c. Rh incompatibility
  b. dehydration d. transfusion reaction

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Subjective signs and symptoms of viral hepatitis include which of the following?
 
  a. severe vomiting and diarrhea c. generalized weight gain
  b. anxiety and hyperactivity d. anorexia and photophobia



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Answer to Question 1

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Jaundice occurring after the first 24 hours is related to the normal destruction of red blood cells and may lead to kernicterus. The most common causes of kernicterus in the newborn is Rh incompatibility and severe dehydration.

Answer to Question 2

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Viral infection is the most common cause of hepatitis, and the five known viruses produce similar signs and symptoms but vary in prognosis. Fatigue, anorexia, photophobia, abdominal pain, generalized muscle aches, fever, jaundice, pruritus, dark amber urine, and clay-colored stools are common manifestations.




serike

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Reply 2 on: Jul 22, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)


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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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