A nurse is caring for a client who is postpartum. The client tells the nurse that the newborn’s maternal grandmother was born deaf and asks how to tell if her newborn hears well. Which of the following statements should the nurse make?

“Look at how she looks as you when you speak. That’s a good sign.”

“We do routine hearing screenings on newborns. You’ll know the results before you leave the hospital.”

“There is no need to worry about that. Most forms of hearing loss are not inherited.”

“The best way to determine if your baby can hear is to clap your hands loudly and see if she startles.”

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A.   While visual attention to the speaker is a positive sign, routine hearing screenings provide a more accurate assessment of hearing.
B.   Routine hearing screenings are conducted on newborns to identify hearing issues early, allowing for intervention if necessary.
C. While most forms of hearing loss may not be inherited, it's important to assess the newborn's hearing through appropriate screenings.
D.   Startle reflex is not a reliable indicator of hearing ability, and routine screenings provide more accurate information.

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Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Breast milk can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months.
B. Storing breast milk in the refrigerator for 3 months is an incorrect statement because breast milk can only be stored in the refrigerator for up to 8 days, not 3 months.
C. Storing breast milk in the refrigerator for 3 to 5 days is a correct statement.
D. Storing breast milk at room temperature for 4 hours is a correct statement.

A. The baby should be carried in the parent’s arms from the room to the nursery B. The mom should request that a second staff member verify the identity of any questionable person C. Because of infant security systems, the baby can be left unattended in the client’s room D. Parents should be told it is safe to posting photographs of their infant on the Internet

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A. Carrying the baby in the parent's arms enhances security but does not directly address the prevention of abduction.
B. Verifying the identity of any questionable person by a second staff member is a key measure to prevent infant abduction.
C. Leaving the baby unattended in the client's room is not a safe practice and does not contribute to preventing abduction.
D. Posting photographs of the infant on the Internet can compromise the child's security and is not recommended.

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