CDC Sleep Safety & SIDS Prevention 1 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), what is the recommended sleep position for infants to reduce the risk of SIDS?
- On their stomach (prone)
- On their back (supine) (Correct answer)
- On their side
- In a semi-reclined position
Correct answer: On their back (supine)
The AAP recommends placing infants on their back (supine) for every sleep until age one, as this position significantly reduces the risk of SIDS.
Question 2: What does the acronym SIDS stand for?
- Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (Correct answer)
- Safe Infant Development Standards
- Sudden Infant Distress Signals
- Sleep-Induced Developmental Syndrome
Correct answer: Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
SIDS stands for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, which refers to the unexplained death of an apparently healthy baby under one year of age during sleep.
Question 3: Which of the following is considered a safe sleep environment for infants in a licensed daycare setting?
- A soft mattress with a fitted sheet and bumper pads
- A firm, flat surface with a fitted sheet only (Correct answer)
- A crib with a blanket and stuffed animal for comfort
- A bouncer seat or swing for extended sleep periods
Correct answer: A firm, flat surface with a fitted sheet only
A firm, flat sleep surface with only a fitted sheet eliminates soft objects that can obstruct an infant's airway, making it the safest sleep environment.
Question 4: At what developmental milestone is it generally considered acceptable to allow an infant to remain in the position they roll into during sleep?
- At 2 months of age
- At 4 months of age
- At 6 months of age
- When the infant can roll both ways independently (Correct answer)
Correct answer: When the infant can roll both ways independently
Once an infant can roll from back to front and front to back independently, they have sufficient motor control to reposition themselves, so caregivers do not need to reposition them.
Question 5: What temperature range is generally recommended for infant sleep rooms in daycare facilities?
- 60–65°F (15–18°C)
- 68–72°F (20–22°C) (Correct answer)
- 75–78°F (24–26°C)
- 80–85°F (27–29°C)
Correct answer: 68–72°F (20–22°C)
Keeping the sleep room between 68–72°F reduces the risk of overheating, which is a known risk factor associated with SIDS.
Question 6: How frequently should caregivers visually check on sleeping infants in a daycare facility?
- Every 30 minutes
- Every hour
- Every 15 minutes or more frequently (Correct answer)
- Only when an infant makes a sound
Correct answer: Every 15 minutes or more frequently
Regular visual checks at least every 15 minutes ensure caregivers can quickly identify and respond to any infant in distress.
Question 7: Which of the following items should NEVER be placed in an infant's crib or sleep space?
- A pacifier clipped to a short ribbon
- A firm, flat mattress with a fitted sheet
- Soft toys, pillows, or loose bedding (Correct answer)
- A white noise machine placed outside the crib
Correct answer: Soft toys, pillows, or loose bedding
Soft toys, pillows, and loose bedding can cover an infant's face and obstruct the airway, significantly increasing the risk of suffocation and SIDS.
CDC Sleep Safety & SIDS Prevention 1
According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), what is the recommended sleep position for infants to reduce the risk of SIDS?