CDC Sleep Safety & SIDS Prevention 2

Question 1

What is the primary sleep-position risk factor most strongly associated with SIDS?

Accepted Answer

Stomach or side sleeping position

Answer

Research consistently shows that stomach (prone) and side sleeping positions significantly increase the risk of SIDS compared to back sleeping.

Question 2

Which federal program's performance standards require childcare centers receiving federal funding to follow safe sleep practices?

Accepted Answer

Head Start Performance Standards

Answer

Head Start Performance Standards include specific safe sleep requirements for programs receiving federal Head Start and Early Head Start funding.

Question 3

A parent requests that their infant be placed to sleep on their stomach, stating the baby sleeps better that way. What is the correct response for a licensed childcare provider?

Accepted Answer

Explain safe sleep guidelines and place the infant on their back per state regulations

Answer

Licensed childcare providers are legally required to follow state safe sleep regulations regardless of parental preference, and they should calmly explain these regulations to the parent.

Question 4

In the context of infant safe sleep, what does 'room sharing' refer to?

Accepted Answer

Placing the infant's separate sleep space in the same room as the caregiver

Answer

Room sharing means placing the infant's own safe sleep space (crib/bassinet) in the same room as caregivers, allowing close supervision without the risks of bed-sharing.

Question 5

Which of the following is a known risk factor for SIDS that childcare providers should be vigilant about?

Accepted Answer

Secondhand smoke exposure in the infant's environment

Answer

Exposure to secondhand smoke is a well-documented risk factor for SIDS, and childcare environments must be kept completely smoke-free to protect infants.

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CDC Sleep Safety & SIDS Prevention 2