Theories
Name 1 of the 4 proposed theories for SIDS
Brainstem Abnormality
Genetic Predisposition
Triple Risk Factors
Vaccinations
#1 risk factor that causes SIDS
Smoking
Best position to lay child to prevent SIDS.
Supine position
Name 2 things the mother should AVOID during pregnancy
Smoking and Alcohol
T/F There is a connection between SIDS and vaccinations
FALSE
What is the word for an infant sharing a bed with an adult or older child on a noninfant bed?
Cosleeping
Name the movement that promoted the best sleeping position to prevent SIDS
Back to Sleep Campaign
What 2 discharge teachings should be done?
Postpartum teaching and Newborn teaching
Name 3 extrinsic risk factors that that could cause SIDS
Extrinsic factors included prone sleep position; sleeping on an adult mattress, couch, or play yard; soft bedding; breastfeeding; toys in bed; big blankets
2 positions that put a child at risk for suffering from SIDS
Side-laying
Prone
T/F Use of Pacifiers Safe
True
How can a nurse model behavior for parents in hospital?
Use of pacifiers, placing infants in a supine sleeping position at the hospital, keep the crib as bare as possible, wrap the baby in a few layers to prevent overheating the child
Describe the Triple Risk Factor Theory
For SIDS deaths child has to have had at least 1 intrinsic and 2 extrinsic risk factors
Name the only uncontrollable maternal risk factor for SIDS
Having a Child at the age of 20 or younger
How many weeks mother should breastfeed child to reduce overall risk of developing SIDS
16 weeks
What should a crib look like to prevent sleeping problems for infants
No toys, No blankets, No pillows, No bed guards, Tight Firm Mattress in crib, etc.
Brainstem abnormalities that can cause SIDS
Brief pauses in breathing during sleep
Increased breaks during inspiration
Periodic Breathing
Decreased responsiveness to excess carbon dioxide or lack of oxygen
Name 4 most common races at risk for having children with SIDS.
African America, Native American, American Alaskan, Hispanic
What year was the back to sleep campaign began
1992
What type of product falsely advertises "100% prevention of SIDS"
Baby Monitoring Products