Sudden Infant Death Syndrome Statistics
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What is the most common form of Sudden Unexpected Infant Death (SUID)?

  • Accidental poisoning
  • Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) (correct)
  • Choking
  • Drowning

    • How many infants in the United States are affected by SIDS annually?

  • 750
  • 1,250 (correct)
  • 1,000
  • 500

    • What is the recommendation by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for preventing SIDS?

  • Having soft bedding in the crib
  • Placing babies on their backs to sleep (correct)
  • Keeping babies in a warm room
  • Putting babies to sleep on their stomachs

    • What percentage of SUID cases can be attributed to accidental suffocation and strangulation?

    <p>25%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a distinguishing characteristic of infants who die from SIDS?

    <p>They die peacefully without any apparent cause</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why have scientists been unable to determine the exact cause of SIDS?

    <p>The reason why normal breathing patterns are interrupted remains unknown</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the leading cause of death in children younger than 1 year?

    <p>Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which demographic group is at a greater risk for SIDS according to the text?

    <p>Males</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What area of the brain is suggested to be linked to SIDS according to the text?

    <p>Hippocampus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT associated with an increased risk of SIDS according to the text?

    <p>High birth weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common emotional reaction of parents to the death of an infant from SUID?

    <p>Guilt and fear of contributing to the death</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which aspect makes it particularly devastating for parents to cope with infant death?

    <p>Feelings of guilt and self-blame</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of placing infants on their backs to sleep according to the AAP guidelines?

    <p>It decreases the risk of SIDS by as much as 50 percent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why does the AAP suggest infants share a bedroom with their parents but not the same sleeping surface?

    <p>To prevent SIDS by decreasing the risk by 50 percent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the AAP recommend regarding the use of soft bedding for infants?

    <p>Avoid using soft bedding including no crib bumpers, blankets, pillows, or soft toys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why may a simple cardboard baby box be preferred over a crib for young infants?

    <p>Baby boxes have been associated with lower infant mortality rates in some countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How have the AAP guidelines impacted SIDS rates over time?

    <p>SIDS rates fell significantly from 1990 to 2019 due to the guidelines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of decrease in SIDS rates was observed from 1990 to 2019?

    <p>~70%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do Kipsigis infants not sleep through the night until much later than babies in Western societies?

    <p>They are often out and about with their mothers during daily chores.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why might the cultural differences in infant sleep patterns be attributed to the use of artificial light and shades in different societies?

    <p>Artificial light management affects natural light exposure, impacting sleep patterns.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main distinction between SUID and SIDS as defined in the text?

    <p>SUID has a known cause, while SIDS is unexplained.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What might be a possible contributing factor to Samuel Hanke's son's death, as described in the text?

    <p>Positioning the infant belly down for sleep.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the text suggest that cultural differences in infant sleep patterns can influence the occurrence of SUID or SIDS?

    <p>Cultural variations in infant care practices may impact sleep safety for infants.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    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?

    <p>Sudden unexpected infant deaths may vary across cultures due to sleep habits.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do experts recommend that infants sleep on their backs to prevent SUID and SIDS?

    <p>To reduce the risk of suffocation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What evolutionary advantage could there be for infants to be born with more nerve cells than they actually need or use?

    <p>It allows for redundancy in case of cell damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do the innate reflexes in newborn infants help them adapt to their surroundings?

    <p>By providing immediate responses to stimuli</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main reason why newborn infants lack the strength to raise their heavy heads?

    <p>Underdeveloped neck muscles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does a baby's body composition hinder their mobility according to the text?

    <p>Limited muscle and mainly fat composition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What accounts for the rapid growth of motor skills in infants during the first 2 years of life?

    <p>Development of innate reflexes</p> Signup and view all the answers

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