Sudden Infant Death Syndrome pretest and post test

A nurse is caring for a client who delivered a​ healthy, term baby girl 8 hours ago. The nurse is providing the client information about sudden infant death syndrome​ (SIDS) as a part of discharge instructions. The client asks the​ nurse, "Why does breastfeeding help to prevent my child from developing​ SIDS?" Which response by the nurse is the most​ appropriate?

Breastfed infants are thought to arouse easier from sleep than infants who are fed​ formula

A nurse is caring for a client who is pregnant with her first child. The nurse is providing the client with education about the prevention of SIDS. Which statements made by the nurse are​ correct?

Breastfeed your baby if possible. The temperature in your baby​'s room should be similar to your room. Place your baby on its back to sleep.

A nurse is caring for a couple whose infant son recently died from sudden infant death syndrome​ (SIDS). The infant​'s father appears withdrawn and refuses to acknowledge the infant​'s death when the nurse discusses the infant with the couple. Which collaborative therapy is most appropriate to help the infant​'s family in the grieving​ process?

Grief counseling

A nurse is caring for a couple that is grieving over the death of their​ infant, who is suspected to have died as a result of sudden infant death syndrome​ (SIDS). Which responses made by the nurse support the couple​'s psychosocial needs and provide the couple with collaborative therapy​ resources? (Select all that​ apply.)

I will provide you with a list of local grief counselors. The infant loss support group meets every Tuesday. I am sorry you are going through this. Would you like to talk to me about your ​child? Is there a pastor or clergy member you would like me to ​call?

A community health nurse is teaching a group of pregnant clients regarding sudden infant death syndrome​ (SIDS) and the causes associated with the syndrome. Which statement is appropriate for the nurse to include in the teaching​ session?

SIDS is thought to be caused by a combination of factors.

A nurse is caring for a couple whose infant has died. When planning​ care, what outcomes are most appropriate for the nurse to​ establish?

The couple demonstrates effective coping. The couple seeks therapy for psychosocial wellness. The couple acknowledges the grieving process.

A nurse is involved in investigating the death of an infant. A​ SIDS-related death is suspected. What is true regarding the process of investigating this type of​ death?

The focus of the investigation involves determining the cause of infant death.

A nurse is caring for a pregnant client during a routine prenatal visit. While performing the​ assessment, which statement by the client may indicate the infant is at a greater risk for sudden infant death syndrome​ (SIDS)?

My sister died during infancy while we were​ sleeping

A nurse is caring for a couple whose infant has died from sudden infant death syndrome​ (SIDS). Which nursing interventions are appropriate for the nurse to​ implement? (Select all that​ apply.)

Calling the parents​' church leader after a request from the parents. Offering to contact a grief counselor to help the parents

The nurse is providing education to a pregnant client who has asked for information regarding risk factors related to sudden infant death syndrome​ (SIDS). Which statements by the nurse are​ appropriate?

If your child is born​ premature, the risk for SIDS increases. If your child is exposed to smoke in the​ home, the risk for SIDS increases. If your child shares your bed during​ sleep, the risk for SIDS increases. If your family has a history of​ SIDS, the risk for SIDS increases.

A nurse is caring for a couple whose infant has died. The healthcare provider suspects the death is a result of sudden infant death syndrome​ (SIDS). When asking the couple about the circumstances surrounding the infant​'s ​death, what factors will the nurse focus​ on?

Infant​'s dietary intake History of infant congenital heart defects Health of the infant

A home health nurse is visiting a client who recently delivered a​ healthy, term baby boy. The nurse is providing postpartum care and observation of the newborn. The client tells the​ nurse, open double quoteI think my son sleeps longer when he is placed on his tummy for naps.close double quote What response by the nurse is most​ correct?

It is not acceptable to place your son on his tummy for sleep because this can make your son lose his protective reflexes