Case Analysis: Was This Baby Swallowed To Death

This collection was founded in 1981 by Dr. William M. Bass and contains approximately 1,000 human skeletal remains in it. The remains in the collection are mostly that of adults however there are some infant remains so the age range is very diverse, remains have come from those born in the late 1800’s to those born in recent years. In addition to this, the collection also has demographics of both sexes, various ethnicities, body mass, cause of death, and different ancestries [4]. The remains are obtained via donation either from the individual before their death; documentation is signed that the individual will donate his body, bodies in medical examiners offices, or from families of deceased individuals. The majority of the donated bodies come from Tennessee, however there are remains in the collection from all over the United

In my paper, I will explain forensic osteology and how it helps determine child abuse. I will also explain different cultures and situations where child abuse cases take place. I will describe where child abuse has taken place even in ancient times. Lastly, I will explain the challenges of forensic osteology in determining child abuse, what could be mistaken for it, and how it’s properly analyzed.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome remains the leading cause of post-neonatal mortality (under the age of one) in developed countries. The causes of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome have been puzzling and research is being conducted to solve this catastrophic problem. Having a child under the age of one makes me very concerned, along with any other parent(s), that the possibility of SIDS could affect any infant at anytime, SIDS does not discriminate. I am seeking to find the possible causes to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome so in the future deaths could be avoided.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) is one of the most predominate unsolved problems in the early stages of life. The number of children who die from SIDS each year is higher than the number of those who die of cancer, heart disease, pneumonia, child abuse, AIDS, cystic fibrosis and muscular dystrophy combined. There has been a lot of debate about the term, Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, the sudden and unexpected death of an apparently well, or healthy infant, whose death remains unexplained after the performance of a thorough autopsy (Valdes-Dapena, 1979). This essay will help to outline the various aspects of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome and will help in broadening public knowledge of the tragic

Do not use breathing monitors or products marketed as ways to reduce SIDS. In the past, home apnea (breathing) monitors were recommended for families with a history of the condition. But research found that they had no effect, and the use of home monitors has largely stopped.

As advances are made in neonatology, healthcare providers and families are faced with difficult decisions about premature neonatal resuscitation. Premature infants are now surviving at lower gestational ages than they have ever before causing an ethical dilemma for physicians, nurse, and parents. Physicians and nurses are upheld by the ethical principles of beneficence and nonmaleficence, while parents may be influenced by spiritual, cultural, moral, and social factors. When making decisions on resuscitation in neonates on the limits of viability, it is important to consider the ethics of the infant’s mortality, mobility including the parental wishes.

Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), also called crib death, is the death without apparent organic cause of an infant under the age of one year (Lerner, 2008). It is very hard to define sudden infant death syndrome because there is no known cause to why this happens to infants. Many argue that the child’s environment may have an impact on SIDS. “The vast majority of reported and published SIDS cases come from countries and continents in the Earth's temperate zones (Kiple, 2003).” In some studies doctors believe the prenatal or lack thereof is the cause. Based on several recent and older studies the cause remains conclusive.

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome remains the leading cause of post-neonatal mortality (under the age of one) in developed countries. The causes of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome have been puzzling and research is being conducted to solve this catastrophic problem. Having a child under the age of one makes me very concerned, along with any other parent(s), that the possibility of SIDS could affect any infant at anytime, SIDS does not discriminate. I am seeking to find the possible causes to Sudden Infant Death Syndrome so in the future deaths could be avoided.

The research topic I have chosen is techniques that help reduce the chances of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). My area of expertise in nursing is pediatrics. I chose this topic because of the high number of children I have witnessed in my career die from SIDS. One of the most important duties as a nurse is to provide education to my patients and parents I work with. I feel it is extremely important to know and understand risk factors for SIDS to teach parents before taking their new baby home. This paper will be a literature critique of the articles I will be using to support my findings.

Approximately 3,500 US babies pass on all of a sudden and out of the blue every year ("About SUID and SIDS," 2015). We regularly allude to these passing’s as sudden startling newborn child passing’s (SUID). In spite of the fact that the reasons for death in a large portion of these kids can't be clarified, most happen while the newborn child is dozing in a dangerous resting environment. SIDS is characterized as the sudden passing of a newborn child less than 1 year of age that can't be clarified after an intensive examination is led, including a complete dissection, examination of the demise scene, and a survey of the clinical history ("About SUID and SIDS," 2015). SIDS was

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome, also known as SIDS, is known as the number one cause of infant deaths between the ages of 1 month and 1 year. It is defined as sudden death of a young child, and the death seems to be for no apparent reason. It is still unknown why this happens but things that are known to cause it are, exposure to smoke, overheating, having soft bedding, and the way the baby is positioned when they are set to sleep (Moon, 2007). It is a problem that is known to happen just to this specific life stage. But, it is now known that the number or incidents of SIDS have reduced significantly over the past 10 years. One of the biggest decreases that happened where from 1995-2006, rates seemed to be decreasing an average of 3.6% a year, and in total decreased 33%. Since 2006 rates have stabled and seem to be at the lowest point. Many believe that the new low rate has been the increase of smoke free homes and the use of the supine sleep position use for babies (Behm,8).

Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) is the most frequent cause of death between 1 month and 1 year of age (Naeye). SIDS is defined as the sudden death of any infant or young child that is unexpected by it’s history, and in which a thorough postmortem examination fails to determine an adequate cause (Hunt 1987). It is important to consider both aspects of this definition in order not to ‘overdiagnose’ SIDS. A mistake of this nature would occur with failure to report a previous history of seizures, or if at the time of the autopsy a differentiation between suffocation due to rebreathing and SIDS was not made (Kemp 1993). One of the major characteristics of SIDS is that of ‘silent death’, which occurs during

od created mankind as moral beings and to share His ways with others through compassionate care (Shelly & Miller, 2006). The fetal abnormality case study tells the story of Marco and Jessica, a couple from Mexico who have been living in the U.S. for three years. The couple had worked hard since their move to the U.S. and is now able to afford their own apartment. Prior to moving to their new place, Jessica finds out that they’re pregnant. Tests revealed the fetus had undeveloped arms and the possibility of Down syndrome. The couple is faced with a moral dilemma in contemplating their options. This paper will examine how this couple, their doctor and a family member determine moral status and express their perspective of the pregnancy.

Sudden unexpected infant death is a major public health issue in the United States that has significant and adverse effects on the families, communities and population. It is one of the leading causes of death in infants. It is a constellation of causes such as sudden infant death syndrome, accidental suffocation and strangulation in bed, and most times the cause is unknown. This paper provides a overview of its description, public health importance, magnitude, impact, ability to prevent it with current knowledge, variations in socio-demographics and disparities in health outcomes in Florida, United States with a focus on Lake county, Florida.

The legal rights and availability of women to have access to abortions was decided by the landmark case of Roe v Wade (1) (1973). In terms of how this ruling impacted our freedoms, while it gave the birthmother a right to choose life or death for her baby; the baby 's freedom, that of the right to life, (as stated in our Declaration of Independence (2)) is totally stripped away. Therefore, the ruling of the case Roe v Wade (1) was effective for what it set out to do, which was to give the birthmother the right to choose what to do with "her body." However, it set up the issue of having to determine the viability of the unborn baby, and when life actually begins. Both issues are still being redefined today.