Asked by Muhammad Nur Hafiz Yusoff Khalid on Jul 23, 2024
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It is best to position a baby on its back for sleep to decrease the chance of ____. This is especially important for those known to be at risk, those with previous apneic episodes, or those who have lost a sibling.
A) SARS
B) COPD
C) SIDS
D) TB
E) RDS
SIDS
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, the unexplained death, usually during sleep, of a seemingly healthy baby less than a year old.
Apneic Episodes
Periods during which breathing stops or is markedly reduced during sleep.
RDS
Respiratory distress syndrome, a condition often seen in premature infants causing them difficulty in breathing due to undeveloped lungs.
- Recognize the importance of positioning and its impact on respiration and sleep health.
Verified Answer
JR
Jazmine RodriguezJul 24, 2024
Final Answer :
C
Explanation :
Positioning a baby on its back for sleep is recommended to decrease the chance of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), especially in infants at risk.
Learning Objectives
- Recognize the importance of positioning and its impact on respiration and sleep health.