This overview of the NHS newborn hearing screening programme (NHSP) explains how a baby’s hearing is tested, and the equipment used for the tests.
Why it's important to take a good sample
Learning Objectives
By the end of this sessions you should be to:
- describe what newborn bloodspot screening is to parents
- explain why newborn bloodspot screening is recommended
- recognise which conditions are screened for
- explain to parents that storage of cards is a vital part of the screening process
