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

A. Semi-Fowler's. While this position can help with drainage, it is generally not the first choice immediately after VP shunt surgery.

B. Prone.This position is generally not recommended as it can cause discomfort and increase intracranial pressure.

C. Trendelenburg. This position is contraindicated as it can significantly increase intracranial pressure.

D. on the unoperated side. This position helps prevent pressure on the operative site and facilitates drainage of cerebrospinal fluid. It also reduces the risk of complications associated with increased intracranial pressure.

A. Tracks an object with eyes. B. Sits with pillow props. C. Uses a pincer grasp to pick up a toy. D. Smiles when a parent appears.

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

A cerebral palsy is a group of disorders that aﬀect movement and muscle tone or posture.
It’s caused by damage that occurs to the immature, developing brain, most often before birth.
Signs and symptoms appear during infancy or preschool years.
In general, cerebral palsy causes impaired movement associated with exaggerated reﬂexes, ﬂoppiness or spasticity of the limbs and trunk, unusual posture, involuntary movements, unsteady walking, or some combination of these.
An 8-month-old infant with cerebral palsy may have developmental delays and may require pillow props to sit up.
Choice A, Tracking an object with eyes, is a normal developmental milestone for
an infant.
Choice C, Uses a pincer grasp to pick up a toy, is also a normal developmental
milestone for an infant.
Choice D, Smiles when a parent appears, is also a normal developmental milestone for an infant.

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