Problem: Hyperbilirubinermia is a commonly seen occurrence in newborns. The name explains what it is, which is an excess of bilirubin in the blood. This happens because the liver is not mature enough to metabolize the bilirubin. The excess bilirubin in the blood causes a yellowish appearance of the skin, sclera of the eyes, and mucous membranes. Left untreated it can cause damage to the system. It is treated with phototherapy and the level of light therapy depends upon the severity or levels of bilirubin in the blood. The light helps the bilirubin change into a more water soluble form that can be excreted by the body in urine or stool. For severe cases the newborn will stay in the hospital and be placed in light therapy where blue light is emitted around the patient while they lie under it with a shield that goes over the eyes for protection. The patient continues light therapy until levels normalize. Left untreated high levels of bilirubin can cause neurological damage to the child and result in things like kernicterus which is a type of brain damage. Need Assignment Help?