A newborn is noted to be quite jaundiced at 3 days of age.Which of the following factors is associated with an increased risk of neurologic damage in a jaundiced newborn

  • A: Metabolic alkalosis
  • B: Increased attachment of bilirubin to binding sites caused by drugs such as sulfisoxazole
  • C: Hyperalbuminemia
  • D: Neonatal sepsis
  • E: Maternal ingestion of phenobarbital during pregnancy

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