A newborn is scheduled to undergo a screening test for phenylketonuria (PKU). The nurse prepares to obtain the blood sample from the newborn's:

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The standard procedure for obtaining a blood sample for PKU screening in newborns is through a heel prick. This method is preferred because it is relatively easy to access and provides an adequate sample size for testing.

A Newborn Is Scheduled to Undergo a Screening Test for Phenylketonuria