When assessing the risk of a newborn for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), which are risk factors that the nurse should consider?
Select all that apply.
A) Race
B) Gender
C) Father's age
D) Age
E) Eye color
Answer: A, B, D
SIDS is most common in American Indians and Alaska Natives, followed by non-Hispanic Blacks, non-Hispanic Whites, Asian or Pacific Islanders, and Hispanics. It is more common in males than in females. SIDS is most common in infants between 2 and 4 months of age. Father's age and infant eye color are not related to the risk of SIDS.
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