from an area inside the ear.
If your baby hears normally, an echo is noted. If there is no echo, it may be a sign of hearing loss.Auditory Brainstem Response (ABR)- This test measures how hearing nerves respond to sound.
- Your baby needs to be very quiet during this test.
- Earphones are placed in your baby's ear. Three sticky patches called electrodes are placed on your baby's forehead, back of neck, and behind the ear.
- The electrodes measure the brain's response to the click-like sounds.
- The results show up on the computer screen.
What happens after the procedure?
Your babys tests results are recorded. Your baby's doctor will talk about the results with you. ‚
What care is needed at home?
No special care will be needed. ‚
What follow-up care is needed?
- If your babys hearing test suggests a hearing loss, your baby will be scheduled for another test.
- Your baby may also be seen by an audiologist, an expert in hearing problems.
- The doctor may ask you to make visits to the office to check on your child's progress. Be sure to keep these visits. Together you can make a plan for more care.
What problems could happen?
There are no problems with these tests. ‚
Where can I learn more?
American Academy of Pediatrics ‚
http://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/Pages/Purpose-of-Newborn-Hearing-Screening.aspx ‚
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention ‚
http://www.cdc.gov/Features/NewbornHearing/ ‚
National Institute on Deafness and Other Communication Disorders ‚
http://www.nidcd.nih.gov/health/hearing/pages/screened.aspx ‚
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