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What is a major risk factor in sudden cardiac death?
You die
What are some of the recommendations for parents to prevent sudden infant death syndrome?
There are a number of recommendations for parents to follow to try and prevent sudden infant death syndrome. One should put the baby to sleep on its back in a room close to the parents. Not smoking when pregnant can reduce the risk and using a baby monitor will help.
Is there a cure for SIDS?
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is a medical term that describes the sudden death of an infant which remains unexplained after all known and possible causes have been carefully ruled out through autopsy, death scene investigation, and review of the medical history.
How can you tell if your baby has SIDS or any signs of SIDS?
There are no signs to tell if your baby will pass to SIDS. SIDS is sudden & silent & unexpected. There is no way to tell until your baby is gone.
What are some safety concerns with sleeping bags for a baby?
Sleeping bags can reduce the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome or Cot Death. Sleeping bags prevent baby's legs from dangling out of the dot rails, providing a safe and comforting sleep.
What are risk factors for Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome?
Family history of Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome is a known risk factor for development of the disease, as is a personal history of smoking
What conditions are treated with an implantable cardioverter-defibrillator?
used to detect and stop life-threatening arrhythmias and restore a productive heartbeat.patients suffering from ventricular fibrillation.ventricular tachycardia.long QT syndrome or others at risk for sudden cardiac death
Does Marfan Snydrome effect life expectancy?
Marfan syndrome can result in sudden death due to increased risk for aortic dissection or aneurysm when undiagnosed or untreated. If diagnosed and managed early, patients can have a normal life expectancy.
How are cradles protecting babies?
The use of a cradle has been shown to reduce the risk for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Cradles also help to make a child feel safe and comfortable, allowing him/her to get a healthy amount of sleep.
What is it called when one Risk factor adds to another to increase danger?
Death
How many babies die each year of cot death worldwide?
It is estimated that over 2,000 babies die each year from SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome) worldwide. SIDS, also known as cot death, is the sudden and unexplained death of an otherwise healthy baby under 1 year of age.
Why is breastfeeding better than formula because it leads to a lower incidence of what?
Breastfeeding is considered better than formula because it can lead to a lower incidence of infections, allergies, respiratory illnesses, sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), as well as reducing the risk of obesity and chronic diseases in later life.
