A nursing student is conducting a clinical conference about measures that assist in preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). The student plans to write on a handout that it is best to place an infant in which of the following positions for sleep?

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Placing an infant on the back or in a supine position for sleep is recommended to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). This position ensures the airway remains open and reduces the risk of suffocation.

A Nursing Student Is Conducting a Clinical Conference About Measures