30 Questions
What is the most common form of Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID)?
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
How many infants in the United States are affected by SIDS annually?
1,250
What is the recommendation by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for preventing SIDS?
Placing babies on their backs to sleep
What percentage of SUID cases can be attributed to accidental suffocation and strangulation?
25%
What is a distinguishing characteristic of infants who die from SIDS?
They die peacefully without any apparent cause
Why have scientists been unable to determine the exact cause of SIDS?
The reason why normal breathing patterns are interrupted remains unknown
What is the leading cause of death in children younger than 1 year?
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)
Which demographic group is at a greater risk for SIDS according to the text?
Males
What area of the brain is suggested to be linked to SIDS according to the text?
Hippocampus
Which of the following is NOT associated with an increased risk of SIDS according to the text?
High birth weight
What is a common emotional reaction of parents to the death of an infant from SUID?
Guilt and fear of contributing to the death
Which aspect makes it particularly devastating for parents to cope with infant death?
Feelings of guilt and self-blame
What is the significance of placing infants on their backs to sleep according to the AAP guidelines?
It decreases the risk of SIDS by as much as 50 percent
Why does the AAP suggest infants share a bedroom with their parents but not the same sleeping surface?
To prevent SIDS by decreasing the risk by 50 percent
What does the AAP recommend regarding the use of soft bedding for infants?
Avoid using soft bedding including no crib bumpers, blankets, pillows, or soft toys
Why may a simple cardboard baby box be preferred over a crib for young infants?
Baby boxes have been associated with lower infant mortality rates in some countries
How have the AAP guidelines impacted SIDS rates over time?
SIDS rates fell significantly from 1990 to 2019 due to the guidelines
What percentage of decrease in SIDS rates was observed from 1990 to 2019?
~70%
Why do Kipsigis infants not sleep through the night until much later than babies in Western societies?
They are often out and about with their mothers during daily chores.
Why might the cultural differences in infant sleep patterns be attributed to the use of artificial light and shades in different societies?
Artificial light management affects natural light exposure, impacting sleep patterns.
What is the main distinction between SUID and SIDS as defined in the text?
SUID has a known cause, while SIDS is unexplained.
What might be a possible contributing factor to Samuel Hanke's son's death, as described in the text?
Positioning the infant belly down for sleep.
How does the text suggest that cultural differences in infant sleep patterns can influence the occurrence of SUID or SIDS?
Cultural variations in infant care practices may impact sleep safety for infants.
Based on the information provided, what might be a potential implication of the difference in infant sleep durations between Kipsigis infants and 8-month-old infants in the United States?
Sudden unexpected infant deaths may vary across cultures due to sleep habits.
Why do experts recommend that infants sleep on their backs to prevent SUID and SIDS?
To reduce the risk of suffocation
What evolutionary advantage could there be for infants to be born with more nerve cells than they actually need or use?
It allows for redundancy in case of cell damage
How do the innate reflexes in newborn infants help them adapt to their surroundings?
By providing immediate responses to stimuli
What is the main reason why newborn infants lack the strength to raise their heavy heads?
Underdeveloped neck muscles
How does a baby's body composition hinder their mobility according to the text?
Limited muscle and mainly fat composition
What accounts for the rapid growth of motor skills in infants during the first 2 years of life?
Development of innate reflexes
Learn about the statistics and trends related to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SUID) rates, including the importance of safe sleep practices recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Explore the historical data on SUID rates per 100,000 live births.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
