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?

The correct answer to the question "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?" is Option C: Ensure the infant sleeps in a smoke-free environment..

The other options — A) Place the infant to sleep on their stomach., B) Co-sleep with the infant in the parental bed., D) Use soft bedding and bumper pads in the crib. — are incorrect for this NCLEX-RN Exam Prep question. As explained above: 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.