Which of the following may be involved in sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS)?
A) a brain stem abnormality
B) sleeping face up in a fluffy crib
C) using a sleeping-blanket
D) an excessively large birth weight

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Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is often associated with a brain stem abnormality, which affects the control of breathing and sleep arousal in infants. Other factors such as sleeping face up in a fluffy crib or using a sleeping-blanket may increase the risk of SIDS, but they are not known to directly cause it. An excessively large birth weight may be a risk factor for other health issues but has not been linked to SIDS.

Which of the Following May Be Involved in Sudden Infant