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When informing the parents of the death, the nurse should avoid mentioning which of the following?
When informing the parents of the death, the nurse should avoid mentioning which of the following?
When communicating with the grieving parents, the nurse should:
When communicating with the grieving parents, the nurse should:
Which of the following is NOT an appropriate strategy for supporting grieving parents?
Which of the following is NOT an appropriate strategy for supporting grieving parents?
The nurse should assess the family's emotional status and coping strategies to:
The nurse should assess the family's emotional status and coping strategies to:
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Which of the following is a recommended intervention for reducing the risk of SIDS?
Which of the following is a recommended intervention for reducing the risk of SIDS?
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The 'Back to Sleep' campaign, aiming to reduce SIDS rates, encourages parents to:
The 'Back to Sleep' campaign, aiming to reduce SIDS rates, encourages parents to:
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During the assessment of the family, the nurse should be mindful of:
During the assessment of the family, the nurse should be mindful of:
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Which of the following is a key principle of trauma-informed care when working with grieving families?
Which of the following is a key principle of trauma-informed care when working with grieving families?
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What is an example of an effective nonverbal empathic action?
What is an example of an effective nonverbal empathic action?
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Which risk factor is classified as intrinsic in relation to SIDS?
Which risk factor is classified as intrinsic in relation to SIDS?
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What is the most common age range for infants affected by SIDS?
What is the most common age range for infants affected by SIDS?
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Which of the following actions would be considered an ineffective verbal empathic action?
Which of the following actions would be considered an ineffective verbal empathic action?
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Which factor does NOT relate to low SES as a risk factor for SIDS?
Which factor does NOT relate to low SES as a risk factor for SIDS?
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How can prenatal exposure to cigarette smoke affect an infant's risk for SIDS?
How can prenatal exposure to cigarette smoke affect an infant's risk for SIDS?
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Which of the following statements most accurately describes SIDS?
Which of the following statements most accurately describes SIDS?
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What communication technique is categorized as trauma-informed care?
What communication technique is categorized as trauma-informed care?
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Which communication technique is most likely to be effective in supporting a family grieving the death of an infant?
Which communication technique is most likely to be effective in supporting a family grieving the death of an infant?
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A nurse is assessing a family who has recently experienced the death of their infant. What is a priority assessment for the nurse to focus on?
A nurse is assessing a family who has recently experienced the death of their infant. What is a priority assessment for the nurse to focus on?
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A nurse is working with a family who has experienced the sudden death of their infant. What is an example of a trauma-informed care approach the nurse can implement?
A nurse is working with a family who has experienced the sudden death of their infant. What is an example of a trauma-informed care approach the nurse can implement?
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A nurse is working with a family from a different cultural background who has experienced the death of their infant. Which approach is most appropriate for demonstrating cultural sensitivity?
A nurse is working with a family from a different cultural background who has experienced the death of their infant. Which approach is most appropriate for demonstrating cultural sensitivity?
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A nurse is providing emotional support to a family who has lost their infant. What is an appropriate response to the family's expression of guilt?
A nurse is providing emotional support to a family who has lost their infant. What is an appropriate response to the family's expression of guilt?
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A nurse is working with a family who has lost their infant. Which statement demonstrates understanding of the family's emotional needs?
A nurse is working with a family who has lost their infant. Which statement demonstrates understanding of the family's emotional needs?
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A family is struggling to accept the death of their infant. What is an appropriate response from the nurse?
A family is struggling to accept the death of their infant. What is an appropriate response from the nurse?
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What is an effective approach to supporting a family's understanding of their infant's death?
What is an effective approach to supporting a family's understanding of their infant's death?
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Which of the following risk factors for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is considered an intrinsic factor?
Which of the following risk factors for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is considered an intrinsic factor?
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Which of the following statements accurately reflects the impact of low socioeconomic status (SES) on the risk of SIDS?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects the impact of low socioeconomic status (SES) on the risk of SIDS?
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Which of the following is considered an ineffective verbal empathic action when communicating with parents who have experienced the loss of an infant to SIDS?
Which of the following is considered an ineffective verbal empathic action when communicating with parents who have experienced the loss of an infant to SIDS?
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Which of the following represents a common misconception about SIDS that nurses need to address with families?
Which of the following represents a common misconception about SIDS that nurses need to address with families?
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Which of the following is an appropriate example of a trauma-informed care approach when working with a family grieving the loss of an infant to SIDS?
Which of the following is an appropriate example of a trauma-informed care approach when working with a family grieving the loss of an infant to SIDS?
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What is a priority assessment for a nurse when working with a family who has recently experienced the death of their infant to SIDS?
What is a priority assessment for a nurse when working with a family who has recently experienced the death of their infant to SIDS?
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A nurse is working with a family from a different cultural background who has experienced the death of their infant. Which of the following approaches is most appropriate for demonstrating cultural sensitivity?
A nurse is working with a family from a different cultural background who has experienced the death of their infant. Which of the following approaches is most appropriate for demonstrating cultural sensitivity?
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Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for SIDS?
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for SIDS?
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What is a common physiological consequence of stress that may affect grieving families?
What is a common physiological consequence of stress that may affect grieving families?
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Which factor is most likely to contribute to stress in vulnerable populations during grief?
Which factor is most likely to contribute to stress in vulnerable populations during grief?
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What developmental factor can influence a child's stress response following the death of an infant sibling?
What developmental factor can influence a child's stress response following the death of an infant sibling?
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Which of the following clinical manifestations is likely to be observed in a family experiencing high levels of stress after an infant's death?
Which of the following clinical manifestations is likely to be observed in a family experiencing high levels of stress after an infant's death?
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Cultural influences on stress expression may lead a grieving family to:
Cultural influences on stress expression may lead a grieving family to:
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What is a potential outcome when families successfully identify their strengths during the grieving process?
What is a potential outcome when families successfully identify their strengths during the grieving process?
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How can understanding the cause of a child's death influence a family's stress response?
How can understanding the cause of a child's death influence a family's stress response?
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Which approach is least effective in reducing stress for families dealing with the loss of an infant?
Which approach is least effective in reducing stress for families dealing with the loss of an infant?
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Which factor is MOST LIKELY to contribute to a family's difficulty in comprehending and responding to the death of their infant?
Which factor is MOST LIKELY to contribute to a family's difficulty in comprehending and responding to the death of their infant?
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Which of the following is the MOST APPROPRIATE approach to address a grieving family's emotional needs?
Which of the following is the MOST APPROPRIATE approach to address a grieving family's emotional needs?
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Which of the following is a KEY PRINCIPLE of trauma-informed care when working with grieving families?
Which of the following is a KEY PRINCIPLE of trauma-informed care when working with grieving families?
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Which of the following is an EFFECTIVE NONVERBAL EMPATHIC ACTION when supporting a grieving family?
Which of the following is an EFFECTIVE NONVERBAL EMPATHIC ACTION when supporting a grieving family?
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What is an effective approach to supporting a family's understanding of their infant's death?
What is an effective approach to supporting a family's understanding of their infant's death?
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Which factor is MOST LIKELY to contribute to a family's difficulty in comprehending and responding to the death of their infant?
Which factor is MOST LIKELY to contribute to a family's difficulty in comprehending and responding to the death of their infant?
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Which of the following is a KEY PRINCIPLE of trauma-informed care when working with grieving families?
Which of the following is a KEY PRINCIPLE of trauma-informed care when working with grieving families?
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Which of the following is an EFFECTIVE NONVERBAL EMPATHIC ACTION when supporting a grieving family?
Which of the following is an EFFECTIVE NONVERBAL EMPATHIC ACTION when supporting a grieving family?
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Study Notes
Communication Exercise
- Listening for 3 minutes without interruption facilitates understanding and empathy.
- Talking for 3 minutes without interruption helps express thoughts and feelings clearly.
- Nonverbal empathic actions: Eye contact, nodding, leaning in are effective; dismissive gestures, crossing arms are ineffective.
- Effective verbal empathic actions include reflective listening and validating feelings; ineffective ones include minimizing concerns and interrupting.
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
- Defined as the unexplained death of a healthy infant after ruling out possible causes through investigation and autopsy.
- Most common occurrence between 2 to 4 months; 95% of cases occur before 6 months.
- Higher incidence in males and infants with low birth weight or from low socioeconomic status (SES).
- No single pathological cause identified; approximately 1,700 SIDS deaths annually in Canada (2015-2020), with 1 in 15 occurring during sleep.
Risk Factors
- Intrinsic factors: Genetic predisposition affecting breathing and arousal, male gender, prematurity, prenatal exposure to toxins.
- Extrinsic factors: Prone sleeping position, bed sharing, use of soft bedding, sleeping on adult mattresses or upholstered furniture, and exposure to cigarette smoke.
Clinical Manifestations
- Principal manifestation is silent death with no warning signs; infants can be found in any position.
- Possible signs before death: struggle to change positions, frothy, blood-tinged secretions from mouth/nose.
Diagnostic Evaluation
- Diagnosis confirmed through autopsy; includes comprehensive medical history and examination for signs of trauma or illness.
Education to Reduce SIDS
- Eliminate maternal smoking and promote back sleeping (50% reduction in risk).
- Ensure safe sleep environment, avoid overheating, and eliminate bed-sharing.
- Breastfeeding linked to a 50% reduction in SIDS risk; pacifiers may be beneficial.
- Emphasize the importance of immunizations.
Assessment
- Family-centered care: Assess knowledge, emotional status, and coping strategies.
- Use calm, non-threatening communication; do not imply negligence during assessments.
Interventions
- Provide compassionate support; address emotions like guilt and anger.
- Offer a quiet environment with dim lighting, and assistance with communication to family.
- Allow parents to say goodbye to their child, ensuring they feel supported.
Evaluation
- Assess if family can verbalize feelings about the child's death.
- Check if they have engaged with support groups and mobilized family support.
- Observe use of effective coping strategies; note evaluation may be delayed post-trauma.
Expected Outcomes
- Families will express feelings regarding the infant's death.
- Recognition of family strengths and acceptance of support from others will occur.
- Understanding of the cause of death will be verbalized by the family members.
Communication Exercise
- Listening for 3 minutes without interruption facilitates understanding and empathy.
- Talking for 3 minutes without interruption helps express thoughts and feelings clearly.
- Nonverbal empathic actions: Eye contact, nodding, leaning in are effective; dismissive gestures, crossing arms are ineffective.
- Effective verbal empathic actions include reflective listening and validating feelings; ineffective ones include minimizing concerns and interrupting.
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
- Defined as the unexplained death of a healthy infant after ruling out possible causes through investigation and autopsy.
- Most common occurrence between 2 to 4 months; 95% of cases occur before 6 months.
- Higher incidence in males and infants with low birth weight or from low socioeconomic status (SES).
- No single pathological cause identified; approximately 1,700 SIDS deaths annually in Canada (2015-2020), with 1 in 15 occurring during sleep.
Risk Factors
- Intrinsic factors: Genetic predisposition affecting breathing and arousal, male gender, prematurity, prenatal exposure to toxins.
- Extrinsic factors: Prone sleeping position, bed sharing, use of soft bedding, sleeping on adult mattresses or upholstered furniture, and exposure to cigarette smoke.
Clinical Manifestations
- Principal manifestation is silent death with no warning signs; infants can be found in any position.
- Possible signs before death: struggle to change positions, frothy, blood-tinged secretions from mouth/nose.
Diagnostic Evaluation
- Diagnosis confirmed through autopsy; includes comprehensive medical history and examination for signs of trauma or illness.
Education to Reduce SIDS
- Eliminate maternal smoking and promote back sleeping (50% reduction in risk).
- Ensure safe sleep environment, avoid overheating, and eliminate bed-sharing.
- Breastfeeding linked to a 50% reduction in SIDS risk; pacifiers may be beneficial.
- Emphasize the importance of immunizations.
Assessment
- Family-centered care: Assess knowledge, emotional status, and coping strategies.
- Use calm, non-threatening communication; do not imply negligence during assessments.
Interventions
- Provide compassionate support; address emotions like guilt and anger.
- Offer a quiet environment with dim lighting, and assistance with communication to family.
- Allow parents to say goodbye to their child, ensuring they feel supported.
Evaluation
- Assess if family can verbalize feelings about the child's death.
- Check if they have engaged with support groups and mobilized family support.
- Observe use of effective coping strategies; note evaluation may be delayed post-trauma.
Expected Outcomes
- Families will express feelings regarding the infant's death.
- Recognition of family strengths and acceptance of support from others will occur.
- Understanding of the cause of death will be verbalized by the family members.
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