The nurse is teaching a new mother about the development of sensory skills in her newborn. What would alert the mother to a sensory deficit in her child?
A) The newborn's eyes wander and occasionally are crossed.
B) The newborn does not respond to a loud noise.
C) The newborn's eyes focus on near objects.
D) The newborn becomes more alert with stroking when drowsy.
Ans: B
Though hearing should be fully developed at birth, the other senses continue to develop as the infant matures. The newborn should respond to noises. Sight, smell, taste, and touch all continue to develop after birth. The newborn's eyes wander and occasionally cross, and the newborn is nearsighted, preferring to view objects at a distance of 8 to 15 inches. Holding, stroking, rocking, and cuddling calm infants when they are upset and make them more alert when they are drowsy.
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