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    Ati nurs 213 paediatric proctored exam

    A nurse is educating new parents about risk factors for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Which of the following statements should indicate to the nurse the need for additional teaching?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Sleeping in the same bed as the parents increases the risk of suffocation and accidental injury. Infants should be placed in a separate sleep space. B. Removing blankets and toys from the crib is recommended to reduce the risk of suffocation and choking. C. Placing the baby on their back to sleep is a key strategy in reducing the risk of SIDS. D. Giving a baby a pacifier during sleep has been shown to reduce the risk of SIDS.

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