The nurse is teaching a new mother about the development of sensory skills in her newborn. Which of the following would alert the mother to a sensory deficit in her child?

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Newborns typically startle or "jump" in response to loud noises, a reflex known as the Moro reflex. If a newborn does not respond to a loud noise, it could indicate a hearing deficit or sensory processing issue, warranting further evaluation. Choices A, C, and D describe normal newborn behaviors and reflexes.

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