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What is an ALTE?
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apparent life threatening event
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What is REQUIRED for the diagnosis of alte?
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Observation of the event
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What is the definition of SIDS?
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Sudden infant death unexplained by
-autopsy results -death scene investigation -history information |
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In what age group is SIDS the #1 cause of death?
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1 week - 1 year old infants
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At what age do the MAJORITY of SIDS events occur?
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1-5 mo (peak 2-4)
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In what season, races is SIDS more common?
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WINTER
AA's and native americans |
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What are SIDS risk factors?
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-Sleeping prone on hot, soft surface
-Maternal smoking during pregnancy -Lack/late prenatal care, young mom -Male premature or low birthweight |
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What are 2 things that help prevent SIDS?
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-Sleeping on back
-With pacifier (increased resp drive) |
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What infants are thought to be at increased risk for SIDS?
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Infants with prior unexplained ALTE
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