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Caiter2013

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on: Jul 16, 2018
Which of the following infant characteristics is associated with an increased risk of SIDS?
 
  a. Female gender
  b. Preterm birth
  c. High Apgar score
  d. Full-term birth

Question 2

Which of the following findings is not associated with gastroesophageal reflux (GER) disease?
 
  a. Stridor
  b. Apnea
  c. Reactive airways disease
  d. Syncope


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ergserg

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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
An infant who dies of SIDS typically is a preterm African-American boy born to a poor mother younger than 20 years who received inadequate prenatal care.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: D
Respiratory problems caused by gastroesophageal reflux include reactive airways disease, aspira-tion pneumonia, laryngospasm, stridor, chronic cough, choking spells, and apnea.


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Reply 2 on: Jul 16, 2018
Great answer, keep it coming :)

diana chang

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

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