A nurse is performing bone conduction testing on a newborn.In this test, the nurse uses which of the following to deliver tones to the infant?
A)Earphones that are placed in the ears.
B)A vibrator that is placed on the skull.
C)Speakers that are placed several feet away from the ears.
D)A chime that is sounded several inches away from each ear.

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Bone conduction testing involves delivering tones to the infant through vibrations that are applied to the skull. Earphones, speakers, and chimes rely on air conduction and would not be appropriate for bone conduction testing.

A Nurse Is Performing Bone Conduction Testing on a Newborn