The Mother of a 4-Month-Old Infant Is Concerned About the Possibility

Multiple Choice

The mother of a 4-month-old infant is concerned about the possibility of SIDS because her neighbor's daughter passed away last year as a result of SIDS.The mother reports she is so nervous that she has taken up smoking again.The mother informs you that the 4-month-old sleeps supine and takes a pacifier to help her fall asleep.Which of the following statements would be the best response from the nurse?

A) "You should place the infant in the bed with you until 6 months of age."
B) "You should never give the infant a pacifier while she is sleeping."
C) "You should try to stop smoking."
D) "You should place the infant on her stomach."