A nurse is caring for a newborn whose mother voices concerns about sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). The nurse should include which of the following statements in a discussion with the mother?

"SIDS is directly correlated with the diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccines.".

"Sleep apnea is the main cause of SIDS.".

"Placing your child on her back when sleeping will decrease the risk of SIDS.".

"SIDS rates have been rising over the last 10 years.".

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is C

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that infants be placed on their backs to sleep to reduce the risk of SIDS1.
Choice A is not an answer because there is no direct correlation between SIDS and diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccines

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Correct Answer is D

Explanation

When determining that Bryant's traction is appropriately assembled, the nurse should observe that the buttocks is elevated slightly oﬀ of the bed.
In Bryant traction, both of the patient’s limbs are suspended in the air vertically at a ninety-degree angle from the hips and knees slightly ﬂexed.
Choice A is incorrect because a padded sling is not used under the knee of the aﬀected leg in Bryant traction.
Choice B is incorrect because skin straps are not used to maintain the leg in an
extended position in Bryant traction.
Choice C is incorrect because weights are not attached to a pin that is inserted into the femur in Bryant traction.

A. Shingles. B. Valley fever. C. Fever blister. D. Athlete's foot.

Correct Answer is D

Explanation

Tinea pedis is a fungal infection that aﬀects the skin on the feet and is commonly known as an athlete’s foot.
Choice A, Shingles, is incorrect because shingles are a viral infection that causes a
painful rash.
Choice B, Valley fever, is incorrect because valley fever is a fungal infection that aﬀects the lungs.
Choice C, Fever blister, is incorrect because fever blisters are caused by the herpes simplex virus and typically appear on or around the lips.

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A nurse is caring for a newborn whose mother voices concerns about sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). The nurse should include which of the following statements in a discussion with the mother?

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