A 6-week-old infant fails the newborn hearing screen. What is the most appropriate next step in management?...

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A 6-week-old infant fails the newborn hearing screen. What is the most appropriate next step in management?

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Refer for urgent audiological assessment

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Reassure and repeat screen at 6 months

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Arrange CT scan of the brain

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Start high-dose steroids

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Prescribe antibiotics

MCQ (SBA): Paediatrics