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Jaundice 
Definition
it is a yellowish discolouration of mucous membrane, skin and sclera resulting from increased circulation of unconjugated bilirubin.
Signs and symptoms
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a yellow tinge to the skin and the whites of the eyes, normally starting at the head and spreading down the body
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Pathophysiology
the haem is broken down in the liver into conjugated bilirubin to be finally excreted as part of bile.
if this process is hindered, excess conjugated and unconjugated bilirubin passes into bloodstream and is deposited onto skin, the mucous membranes, sclerae and other body fluids and tissues causing yellow discolouration
during this process, haemoglobin splits into haem and globin.
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Diagnosis procedures
Subjective data
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Dyspepsia, intolerance of fatty food and steatorrhea may indicates less bile in the intestine
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Causes of Jaundice
Jaundice is a yellowing of the skin and the whites of eyes that happens when the body does not process bilirubin properly. This may be due to a problem in the liver
The liver filters waste out from the blood. When bilirubin reaches the liver, other chemicals attach to it
An inflamed liver or obstructed bile duct can lead to jaundice, as well as other underlying conditions.
Inflammation of the bile duct: This can prevent the secretion of bile and removal of bilirubin, causing jaundice.
Jaundice is caused by a build up of bilirubin, a waste material, in the blood
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Nursing management
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Answer all questions truthfully and honestly to help patient cope with the altered physical appearence
Pharmacological therapy
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Anemia-induced jaundice may be treated by boosting the amount of iron in the blood by either taking iron supplements or eating more iron-rich foods
If the jaundice has been caused by use of a medication, treatment for involves changing to an alternative medication.