The Difference Between Nonphysiologic Jaundice (Pathologic Jaundice) and Physiologic Jaundice

Multiple Choice

The difference between nonphysiologic jaundice (pathologic jaundice) and physiologic jaundice is that nonphysiologic jaundice

A) may result in kernicterus.
B) appears during the first 24 hours of life.
C) begins on the head and progresses down the body.
D) results from the breakdown of excessive erythrocytes not needed after birth.