The nurse learns that a newborn has been diagnosed with phenylketonuria (PKU).Which is the most appropriate way to inform the newborn's parents about this diagnosis?

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Scheduling an appointment for the parents to see the health-care provider in person to discuss the diagnosis is the most appropriate way to inform the parents about their child's PKU diagnosis. It allows the health-care provider to provide emotional support, answer any questions, and provide further education and referrals as needed. Providing this diagnosis over the phone, through a group meeting, or through a letter is not appropriate and may not provide the parents with the necessary support and information they need.

The Nurse Learns That a Newborn Has Been Diagnosed with Phenylketonuria