CDC Sleep Safety & SIDS Prevention

Question 1

According to the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), what is the recommended sleep position for infants to reduce the risk of SIDS?

Accepted Answer

On their back (supine)

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

A firm, flat surface with a fitted sheet only

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

When the infant can roll both ways independently

Answer

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?

Accepted Answer

68–72°F (20–22°C)

Answer

Keeping the sleep room between 68–72°F reduces the risk of overheating, which is a known risk factor associated with SIDS.

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CDC Sleep Safety & SIDS Prevention