Question

The nurse instructs parents on ways to decrease the incidence of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Which statements require the nurse to intervene? (Select all that apply.)

A) ""I position my baby on the back for sleep. ""
B) ""My baby takes naps in the car seat. ""
C) ""My baby sleeps covered with one blanket from chest to feet. ""
D) ""My baby sleeps with one pillow under the head. ""
E)""My baby sleeps best on the sofa. "

Answer 1

The nurse should intervene with statements B, C, D, and E as they all pose risks for SIDS.

Step-by-step explanation:

The nurse should intervene with statements B, C, D, and E because they all pose risks for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

Statement B: Infants should not take naps in car seats as it increases the risk of suffocation.

Statement C: Infants should not sleep covered with blankets as it increases the risk of suffocation.

Statement D: Infants should not sleep with pillows under the head as it increases the risk of suffocation.

Statement E: Infants should not sleep on the sofa as it increases the risk of suffocation.