During an auditory screening of third graders,the school nurse identifies a hearing deficit for one of the students.When the parents ask the nurse about the findings,how should the nurse respond?
A)"Hearing acuity is not fully developed in your child.Let's recheck next year."
B)"I'd like to recheck at the clinic.Then we may need to have your child be seen by an auditory specialist."
C)"It was too noisy when we were testing,so I wouldn't be concerned if I were you."
D)"Your child will probably need a hearing aid."

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The school nurse should refer the child to a clinic for recheck and further evaluation by an auditory specialist to confirm the hearing deficit and determine appropriate interventions. It is important not to dismiss or delay follow-up on concerns about a child's hearing. Choice A is not appropriate since hearing acuity is expected to be fully developed by age 3. Choice C is dismissive and not a thorough response. Choice D is premature and should only be recommended after a thorough evaluation by an auditory specialist.

During an Auditory Screening of Third Graders,the School Nurse Identifies