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A new mother expresses concern about sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Which instruction should the nurse provide to reduce the infant's risk of SIDS?

A Place the infant to sleep on their stomach.
B Co-sleep with the infant in the parental bed.
C Ensure the infant sleeps in a smoke-free environment.
D Use soft bedding and bumper pads in the crib.

✓ Correct Answer: Option C

Exposure to secondhand smoke significantly increases the risk of SIDS. Infants should always sleep in a smoke-free environment, on their back, in a crib free of soft bedding.

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