Hearing loss is one of the genetic disorders included in the universal screening program.Auditory screening of all newborns within the first month of life is recommended by the AAP.What is the rationale for having this testing performed?
(Select all that apply).

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New parents are often anxious regarding auditory screening and its impending results; however,parental anxiety is not the reason for performing the screening test.Auditory screening is usually performed before hospital discharge.Importantly,the nurse ensures the parents that the infant is receiving appropriate testing and fully explains the test to the parents.For infants who are referred for further testing and follow-up,providing further explanation and emotional support to the parents is an important responsibility for the nurse.All other responses are appropriate reasons for auditory screening of the newborn.Infants who do not pass the screening test should have it repeated.If the infant still does not pass the test,then he or she should have a full audiologic and medical evaluation by 3 months of age.If necessary,the infant should be enrolled in an early intervention program by 6 months of age.

Hearing Loss Is One of the Genetic Disorders Included in the Universal