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 The infant's father appears withdrawn and refuses to acknowledge the infant's death when the nurse discusses the infant with the couple.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