Question

true or false: if you think an infant is cold when you lay them down for naptime, it is ok to drape a light blanket over them to stay warm.

true
false

Explanation:

Analyze safe sleep guidelines

According to standard pediatric health guidelines (such as those from the American Academy of Pediatrics), loose bedding, including light blankets, should never be placed in an infant's sleep environment.

Identify hazards of loose blankets

Loose blankets pose a significant risk of suffocation, strangulation, or trapping, which increases the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS).

Determine safe alternatives

If an infant is cold, safe alternatives include using a wearable blanket (sleep sack) or dressing them in layers of clothing, rather than placing loose blankets over them. Therefore, the statement is false.

Answer:

• True
• False (Correct answer)