Practice Question
A nurse is caring for a newborn whose mother voices concems about sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). The nurse should include which of the following statements in a discussion with the mother?
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Correct Answer:
"Placing your child on her back when sleeping will decrease the risk of SIDS"
Rationale:
🛏️ The most evidence-based and effective measure to reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is placing infants on their backs to sleep, as recommended by the AAP's "Back to Sleep" campaign.
🛏️ This position keeps the airway open and reduces the risk of suffocation or positional asphyxia.
🛏️ The incidence of SIDS has decreased significantly since this recommendation was widely adopted.
🛏️ Safe sleep practices also include a firm mattress, no soft bedding or toys, and room-sharing without bed-sharing.
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This question is from RN ATI Paediatrics Final Exam 2 which contains 46 questions.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: ATI Exam(s)
- Domain: RN ATI Pediatrics
- Answer Choices: 4