Author Question: ______________ is characterized by periods of unexplained irritability and crying in a healthy, ... (Read 39 times)

ericka1 · **on:** Jun 28, 2018

______________ is characterized by periods of unexplained irritability and crying in a healthy, well-fed infant.

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Question 2

The nurse cautions parents to place their infant in the ______________ position, rather than on his or her stomach, to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

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durant1234 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 28, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Colic

Colic is characterized by periods of unexplained irritability and crying in a healthy, well-fed infant.

Answer to Question 2

supine

The supine or side-lying position has been found to reduce possible aspiration and is believed to reduce the risk of SIDS.