A nurse is teaching a new parent about safe sleep practices for the newborn.
Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
A nurse is teaching a new parent about safe sleep practices for the newborn.
Which of the following statements by the parent indicates an understanding of the teaching?
A. “I will put the baby to sleep in a crib in my room.”
[85%]
B. “I will place the baby on their side to sleep.”
[8%]
C. “I’ll use a soft blanket to keep the baby warm.”
[5%]
D. “I will place stuffed animals in the crib for comfort.”
[1%]
Statistics
Subject/Lesson
Subject
Maternal & Newborn Health
Lesson
Newborn
Client Need
Test Plan
Health Promotion and Maintenance
Related Topic
Health Promotion/Disease Prevention
Item Type
Item Type
Application
Explanation
Choice A is correct. Room-sharing without bed-sharing is recommended by the AAP to reduce the risk of SIDS.
Choice B is incorrect. Side sleeping is not recommended. Infants should always be placed on their back to sleep.
Choice C is incorrect. Soft bedding increases the risk of suffocation. Use a sleep sack or wearable blanket instead.
Choice D is incorrect. Cribs should be free of toys, pillows, and soft items to prevent SIDS and suffocation.
Learning Objective
Recognize safe sleep guidelines for newborns to promote health and reduce risk of sudden infant death syndrome.
Related Videos
2 Key Topics
Infant Education & Immunizations
14.7 Infant Growth and Development
Additional Info
✓ Follow the ABCs of safe sleep: Alone, on the Back, in a Crib.
✓ Avoid overheating and head covering.
