WB2444 Updated Look at Neonatal Hyperbilirubinemia Course
WB2444 Updated Look at Neonatal Hyperbilirubinemia Course is organized by National Certification Corporation (NCC).The Course has been Approved for a Maximum of Contact Hours: 5
Expiration: 12/31/2024
Content Outline:
• Development of a New Hour-Specific Serum Bilirubin Nomogram for Neonates of 35 weeks or Greater Gestation
• Re-Evaluation of What is Known About Hyperbilirubinemia in Term Infants
Objectives:
• Describe the study presented regarding the development of a new hour-specific serum bilirubin nomogram for neonates of 35 weeks or greater gestation
• Compare and contrast the 1999 Butani nomogram with the Bahr et al. nomogram focusing on strengths, weaknesses, and similarities
• Summarize the wide range of clinical findings recognized as manifestations of bilirubin neurotoxicity
• Describe the concerns presented regarding the safety of phototherapy use and relate these concerns to available evidence
• Explain the potential neuroprotective aspects of unconjugated bilirubin in relation to its antioxidant properties at mild physiologic neonatal hyperbilirubinemia levels
