[Expert Solution]: 31 of 33 A parent of a newborn presents to…

Question: 31 of 33 A parent of a newborn presents to the clinic for the first newborn visit. The provider discusses the positive newborn screening for phenylketonuria (PKU). The parent asks the nurse, “Why didn’t they find this while I was pregnant?” Which of the following responses should the nurse provide the parent? “Your child’s metabolism in utero is too slow.” “PKU is a metabolic disorder that requires the newborn to eat before screening.” “It is not routine to test for PKU during pregnancy.” “Your diet must have altered the results.”