oxygenation Exemplar 15.F Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

A nurse is preparing to educate a group of parents on sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Which variables should the nurse highlight as contributing to increased risk of SIDS? Select all that apply. A) Prone sleeping B) Side sleeping C) Loose bedding D) Bed sharing E) Supine sleeping

ABCD

When assessing the risk of a newborn for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), which are risk factors that the nurse should consider? Select all that apply A) Race B) Gender C) Father's age D) Age E) Eye color

ABD

The pediatric nurse is providing education to a new mother regarding ways to decrease the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Which statement by the nurse is appropriate? A) "You should keep the baby with you at all times to assess for apnea." B) "Make sure the baby has a soft blanket and pillow when sleeping." C) "It is recommended that you place your baby on his back for sleep." D) "SIDS has been linked to immunizations. I recommend that you avoid immunizing your baby."

C

The nurse is planning care for a new mother who smoked during the pregnancy and whose sister lost a child to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Which interventions are appropriate for the nurse to include in the plan of care for the new mother and baby? Select all that apply. A) Information on bottle-feeding the infant B) Reasons why the child should sleep with others C) Ages at which the child should receive immunizations D) Using bedding that is firm E) Smoking cessation information

DE

The nurse is placing a newborn baby in the nursery crib with the baby's back down. The mother tells the nurse that she doubts the baby will be able to sleep that way, as all the family members sleep on their stomachs. Which action by the nurse is appropriate? A) Instruct the mother that placing the baby on the back will reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and it will not interfere with sleep. B) Place the baby on the stomach. C) Suggest the mother place the baby on the stomach when at home. D) Instruct the mother that babies do not really care in which position they are in but placing on the back is easier to provide care

A

The nurse is evaluating care provided to a new mother whose infant is at risk for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Which statement by the mother indicates teaching has been effective? A) "I need to purchase loose-fitting sheets and blankets for the bed." B) "I plan to quit smoking." C) "I will place my baby in a side-lying position for sleep." D) "I will bottle-feed my baby since breastfeeding is a risk factor for SIDS."

B

The nurse is providing parenting teaching regarding reducing the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Which teaching point is a priority for the nurse to include? A) Instruct on side-lying and face-down positions when in the crib. B) Instruct on face-up position when in the crib. C) Ensure adequate nutritional intake for the mother and newborn. D) Encourage good hand washing.

B

The nurse is providing supportive care for the parents of an infant who died from sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Which action by the nurse is appropriate? A) Advising the parents that an autopsy is not necessary B) Refraining from recommending support groups until after the investigation C) Interviewing the parents to determine the cause of the SIDS incident D) Contacting the family's spiritual leader for support

D

The nurse is instructing new parents on ways to decrease the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) with their newborn son. What should be included in these instructions? Select all that apply. A) There is nothing that can be done, so requirements for toys and bedding are of no consequence. B) Instruct that it is more common in babies from ages 6 months to 18 months. C) Avoid placing the baby in the prone or side-lying position for sleep. D) Remind the parents that the syndrome is more common in females than males, and that they have a male child. E) Do not smoke near the child and reduce all exposure to secondhand smoke

CE

The nurse is planning care for a new mother who smoked during the pregnancy and whose sister lost a child to sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Which interventions are appropriate for the nurse to include in the plan of care for the new mother and baby? Select all that apply. A) Information on bottle-feeding the infant B) Reasons why the child should sleep with others C) Ages at which the child should receive immunizations D) Using bedding that is firm E) Smoking cessation information

DE