Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 88%
Simulated
Passage / Scenario
A nurse is educating new parents about risk factors for sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).Which of the following statements should indicate to the nurse the need for additional teaching?
Correct answer
A
Rationale
Answer A should indicate the need for additional teaching because it suggests co-sleeping, which poses a risk of suffocation for the baby. The nurse should educate the parents on the importance of safe sleep practices to prevent Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Removing blankets and toys (B), placing the baby on her back (C), and offering a pacifier (D) are all recommended safe sleep practices.