Ch. 42: Pediatric Emergencies-SIDS Flashcards
1
Q
The sudden, unpredictable death of an infant without an identified cause, even after investiagation and autopsy
A
SIDS
2
Q
What are some risk factors for SIDS?
A
- Smoke during preg by mom
- Secondhand smoke
- Cosleeping
- Nonstandard bed (sofa, water beds)
- Prone or side lying position
- LBW
- Premature
- Twin or multiple birth
- Low APGAR score
- Viral illness
- Family history of SIDS
- Poverty
3
Q
How should infant be placed to sleep?
A
On their back
4
Q
Avoid exposure to _____
A
Tobacco smoke
5
Q
Prevent ___
A
Overheating
6
Q
What kind of mattress in infant crib?
A
Firm, tight-fitting mattress
7
Q
Should pillows be in crib during sleep?
A
No
8
Q
Can quilts or sheepskins be in crib during sleep?
A
No
9
Q
When should pacifier be offered?
A
At naps and night
10
Q
Encourage _____
A
Breastfeeding
11
Q
Should there be cosleeping?
A
Avoid
12
Q
Maintain ____ up to date
A
Immunizations
13
Q
If infant dies of SIDS what are some nursing care we can provide?
A
- Support
- Let family express feelings
- Plan a home health visit to follow a death
- Refer to support groups, counseling, etc
