Which of the Following Statements About Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

question 19

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is true?

• A) SIDS occurs most often in female infants.
• B) Maternal cigarette smoking increases risk.
• C) Most deaths occur between 2 and 8 months of age.
• D) Most victims had previous episode of cyanosis or apnea.

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