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    Ati lpn n113 pharmacology proctored exam

    he nurse is planning to teach parents about preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). What significant information would the nurse include?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Placing infants on their backs or sides for sleep: The "Back to Sleep" campaign recommends placing infants on their backs for all sleep times to significantly reduce the risk of SIDS. Back sleeping it keeps the airway more open and reduces the chance of suffocation. B. Positioning the infant prone for sleep: Placing an infant on their stomach increases the risk of SIDS due to potential airway obstruction and rebreathing of exhaled carbon dioxide. This position is strongly discouraged by pediatric guidelines for safe sleep. C. Wrapping the infant snugly for rest periods: Swaddling can be safe if done correctly, but wrapping too tightly, especially around the chest or hips, and using loose blankets can increase the risk of overheating or suffocation. D. Sitting the infant up in an infant seat: Keeping an infant in a sitting position for sleep, such as in a car seat or infant carrier, increases the risk of airway obstruction and is not recommended for routine sleep. Infants should sleep on a flat, firm surface to reduce the risk of SIDS.

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