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    Introduction The effects of Delayed Cord Clamping (DCC) on neonates. Early-cord clamping (ECC) became standard practice as apart of active management of the third stage of labor (AMTL) to reduce the risk of postpartum hemorrhage. Research shows ECC has no benefit to mother or baby. (Katheria et al, 2015). Population: Neonates within the first 5 minutes of life. Iron deficiency is a global health issue that contributes to impaired neurodevelopment affecting cognitive, motor, behavioral development

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    and him developing jaundice as a result of his increased work of breathing and hypoxia which causes an increase in erythropoietin to be released from the kidneys resulting in polycythemia as a result of low levels of oxygen in the body. Subsequently, as a result of an increase or red blood cell production the body will develop jaundice due to an increase in red blood cell breakdown which causes an increase of bilirubin in the blood to accumulate, therefore, causing jaundice to develop. 5) The data

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    condition is more likely to develop in: Females. People between the ages of 15 and 40. SYMPTOMS Symptoms of this condition include: Fatigue (common). A yellowish color to the skin, the whites of the eyes, and mucous membranes (jaundice). Itching. Rash. Joint pain. Discomfort in the abdomen. Nausea. Loss of appetite.

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    Burkitt lymphoma with isolated involvement of pancreas is very rare since less than 10 cases were reported in the literature. It can present as diffuse enlargement of the entire pancreas gland, caused by tumour-induced pancreatitis. Obstructive jaundice is also infrequent.

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    complications include jaundice or yellowing of the skin, problems with feeding, low blood sugar and even breathing difficulty. After overcoming these issues it is an exciting time when the baby is ready to leave the hospital and go home. However, even after discharge late preterm infants may still need a little extra TLC.

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    One common symptom that usually appears first is jaundice. According to American Cancer Society, “Jaundice is yellowing of the eyes and skin. Most people with pancreatic cancer (and nearly all people with ampullary cancer) will have jaundice as one of their first symptoms” (“Signs and Symptoms of Pancreatic Cancer”). Although jaundice is a symptom of pancreatic cancer, it is a common symptom of other diseases and disorders too. “Jaundice is caused by the buildup of bilirubin, a dark yellow-brown

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    Pancreatic cancer occurs when malignant (cancerous) cells develop within the tissues of the pancreas. The pancreas produces digestive juices and hormones that regulate blood sugar. Cells called exocrine pancreas cells produce the digestive juices, while cells called endocrine pancreas cells produce the hormones. The majority of pancreatic cancers start in the exocrine cells. (WebMD, 2015) Pancreatic cancer is the cause of the 4th most cancer deaths in the United States of American with a median of

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    higher chance of dying before or soon after birth The baby also might be born with jaundice. Jaundice is more common in newborns of mothers who had diabetes during their pregnancy. With jaundice, the skin and whites of the eyes turn yellow. Jaundice usually goes away, but the baby may need to be placed under special lights to help. Making sure the baby gets plenty of milk from breastfeeding will also help the jaundice go away. Gestational diabetes may increase the mother's chances of having high

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    Research of All Medical Diagnoses/Surgical Procedure: GI Bleed: The GI tract includes the esophagus, stomach, small intestine, large intestine, rectum, colon, and anus. During a GI bleed, any of these parts can have a minor or severe bleed. Some signs that the upper GI tract may be bleeding include: vomiting up blood, vomit that looks like coffee grounds, and black or tarry stools. Signs that indicate a lower GI bleed include: dark blood mixed with stool, or black and tarry stool. Other nonspecific

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    watch for increase • Assess for bruising around site • Monitor for signs of jaundice • Monitor for lethargy • Assess for signs of infection • Monitor vital signs • Monitor for any additional bulging • If jaundice does occur, begin phototherapy treatment • Assess skin and its characteristics • Inform parents of discharge instructions and what to monitor for at home 7. List 5 Nanda diagnoses: • Risk for neonatal jaundice R/T blood breakdown and bilirubin increase • Risk for impaired skin integrity

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