Which of the Following Statements Is True About Sudden Infant

question 126

Multiple Choice

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

• A) It is the least common cause of infant deaths in the United States.
• B) Its level of risk is high at 36 to 48 months of age for infants.
• C) It usually occurs when infants stop breathing, usually during night, and die suddenly without any apparent reason.
• D) Its level of risk is high when infants sleep on their backs, in a supine position.

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