CCRN Critical Care Nursing

Category - Neonatal

Baby Tammy's mom had a positive Hepatitis-B antigen. What should baby Nicole receive and in what time frame?
  1. Hepatitis B immunoglobulin within 12 hours of birth.
  2. Hepatitis B immunoglobulin within 36 hours of birth.
  3. Hepatitis A within 12 hours of birth.
  4. Nothing is needed.
Explanation
Answer: A - If a baby’s mom has had a positive Hepatitis-B antigen, the baby should be given Hepatitis B immunoglobulin within 12 hours of birth.
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