The pediatric nurse is providing education to a new mother regarding ways to decrease the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Which statement by the nurse is appropriate?
A) "You should the baby with you at all times to assess for apnea."
B) "There is no one cause for the syndrome; the best thing is to keep the baby healthy."
C) "It is recommended that you place your baby in a face-down position for sleep."
D) "SIDS has been linked to immunizations. I recommend that you avoid immunizing your baby."
Answer: B
The best intervention would be for the nurse to explain that there is no single cause for the syndrome and to instruct the mother to keep the baby healthy. According to one theory for the syndrome, a face-down position could encourage a reduction in respirations and increase the risk for SIDS. The nurse should instruct the mother to position the baby face-up for sleep. Immunizations and newborn apnea have not been found to be associated with the syndrome.
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