Child health safety and nutrition

All of the following are at high risk for attachment disorder EXCEPT

A newborn that is abandoned by mother but immediately adopted and raised by healthy, nurturing grandparents

Strategies for managing the safety needs of children with special needs or those who are learning English include all of the following except

Anticipating that the children will follow others when needed

First aid for bleeding from a skinned knee includes

Apply direct pressure on the wound using sterile gauze

Kelsey is preparing to teach a toddler age class. Which of the following safety statements is not correct information for her to consider as she plans to teach this group

Approach safety the same as for infants

Child care program administrators and teachers use child care regulations to assist with program planning in all of the following ways EXCEPT:

Choosing the color scheme for the classroom

A good strategy when supervising outdoor play time includes

Clarify roles such as assigning each teacher to supervise a zone of the play area

In case of disaster teachers immediately take all of the following steps except

Collect bottled water and small comfort toys.

Basic first aid approaches include all of the following EXCEPT

Complex interventions used after medical training

Mandated reporters include all the following except

Grocery store clerks and letter carriers ‍

Clostridium botulinum can be caused by:

Home or commercial canned foods that are not processed correctly

Safety impacts children's physical and emotional well-being by:

Protecting children from harm, allowing them to grow and learn free from fear and violence.

signs of anaphylactic shock include all of the following except

Skin that is red and blistered

Which of the following is an example of a complex food preparation entrée

Soup

What is the single most important was to reduce the spread of infections

Hand washing

Which of the following is NOT necessarily a characteristic of ADD or ADHD

Has a low IQ on cognitive tests

chronic medical conditions:

Have a longer duration

acute medical conditions

Have a short duration

You are a teacher in a kindergarten classroom and a child there acquires chickenpox. A parent asks you about the incubation period. What is the best response

10-21 days

Assigning children to specific teachers does all of the following EXCEPT

Requires the other teacher to focus only on his or her assigned child

What is asthma?

A disease of the lungs that cause attacks of cough or difficulty breathing

All of the following are characteristics of self-regulation except

Ability to monitor ones own sleep patterns ‍

Procedure in place to prevent cross-contamination include:

All equipment, food preparation and services areas are washed, rinsed, and sanitized before and after use

Teachers contribute to child maltreatment prevention by helping families build protective factors including all of the following except

Anticipating that families will get all of the support they need from social services

Attendance should be taken at these times

At arrival, whenever the group moves to and from another location

Which types of infections do antibiotics typically treat

Bacteria

Which of the following toys may introduce a potential choking hazard?

Balloons and magnets.

Which of the following is not routinely measured in the first 2 years of life

Body mass index

Teacher Olga learns that the parent of a three-year old child in her class leaves the child home sleeping at night while the parent studies at the library. The mother has told Olga that it is common in her country to leave children in this way. Olga wants to acknowledge the mother's culture, but is unsure if this is ok. What should Olga do

Contact the local child protection agency immediately to discuss this matter

All of the following are examples of anxiety disorders except

Depression ‍♀️

Which statement below best defines classroom routines

Developing rhythms, patterns, and habits that are followed each day.

Which of the following is NOT a component of socioeconomic status

Developmental disability

Which of these products are NOT approved for surfacing under playground equipment?

Dirt and grass.

Functional status includes the following EXCEPT

Disabilities

If ground beef is not cooked at a high enough temperature, which of the following should be the biggest concern?

E. Coli toxins

All 50 states and the District of Columbia are directed by legislation to establish a child care regulatory agency to:

Establish standards, monitor programs, and enforce the regulations.

All of the following contribute to resilience in children except

Exposed to toxic stress‍♀️

Bullying is an example of

Externalizing behavior ‍

Neglect refers to?

Failure to meet child's basic needs

The U.S. department of health and Human Services recommends that children be physically active

For 60 min daily

Other than secure attachment and safety, what other aspect of early childhood lays a foundation for health social and emotional development?

Free and unstructured play

First aid for a child who is not breathing, begins with

Giving chest compressions

If a child shows signs of heat exhaustion such as dizziness, nausea, fast shallow breathing or cramps, teachers should do all of the following except

Have the child sit down and pinch the nose with a clean cloth

What is the general rule for exclusion of a child with strep throat

He/she can return to school 24 hours after antibiotics were first given

The following are more common in immigrant children EXCEPT

Head lice

If a child receives a bite from another child, the teacher should use a sterile gauze and apply direct pressure to stop the bleeding, and then wash the area with soap and water for up to five minutes before applying a clean bandage. This is important because

Human saliva may contain infectious bacteria or blood-borne pathogens

Which of the following is true about pertussis

Immunity from pertussis vaccines wanes over time, requiring periodic boosters

You have a child in your classroom whose BMI was calculated high. The parents are concerned and ask for your advice. What is the most appropriate response

Listen respectfully to their concerns and offer support. Tell them they should see their primary care provider as well for further evaluation

Teachers supervise children using all the strategies below EXCEPT

Looking up from the computer periodically to view the classroom

The greatest hazards to health are contaminants caused by:

Microorganisms

Potentially hazardous lunch items could include

Milk, tuna salad

Dental carries are more common in

Minority families

Which of the following organizations is in charge of developing policies for licensed family childcare and early education programs

National Resource Center for Health and Safety in Child Care and Early Education

Is the risk for injury the same for each age group: Birth-1 year, 1-4 years, 5-9 years?

No - age and maturity influence children's risk for injury

Examples of emergency food to store include:

Peanut butter, canned meat, trail mix bars

Which of the following is NOT an example of a vaccine exemption that is allowed for parents

Personal exemption

Which of the following is least important when planning a wellness curriculum?

Plan a majority of teacher-directed activities.

Which of the following is an example of a risk factor for poor health in children

Poor attachment to primary caregiver

Teachers are logical contributors to community efforts to prevent child maltreatment. Positive community approaches includes all of the following EXCEPT

Programs which coccus only on parents who have abused their children

If a child discloses abuse, the teacher should do all of the following except

Promise the child that you won't tell‍

Sexual abuse and exploitation includes all of the following EXCEPT.

Ridiculing or shaming a child ‍

What is an example of a fungal infection

Ringworm

Which of the following is the most common cause of infectious diarrhea in early childhood

Rotavirus

Safety approaches used when planning the indoor environment include all of the following EXCEPT:

Selecting a developmentally appropriate patterned rug.

The four most common causes of fatal injuries are:

Suffocation, motor vehicle and traffic accidents, drowning, and burn

Safety practices for infants requires special attention to all of the following except

Talking and singing to help infants associate the sound of language with positive and safe relationships❌ cleaning high chairs and cribs daily so any child can use them‍♀️

Which of the following is NOT true about health evaluations

Teachers do not necessarily make accommodations based on child's health status

Which statement best describes sight and sound supervision

Teachers must be able to both see and hear children at all times

Which of the following is true about supporting families who do NOT speak English

Teachers should do their best to use trained interpreters when communicating with parents who do not speak English

Most regulatory agencies consider all of the following when determining if a child care setting must be licensed EXCEPT:

The sex of the director.

Which statement is true about daily health checks

These checks include an assessment of physical and behavior of the child looking for signs of illness, injury, or health concerns

Enrollment routines include which of the following

Using evidence based practices, gathering information, and orienting families

Teachers help children cope with the effects of disaster in all the following ways except

Watching the news summaries and documentaries of the event

What is joint attention?

When a baby or toddler draws attention to something by pointing, for example, for the purpose of sharing the experience with others

Why is it important to teach wellness concepts during the early childhood years

Young children are capable of learning healthful behaviors and being participants in promoting their own wellness.

What is the term for a condition that causes abnormal perception or acuity in one eye more than the other

amblyopia

What is toxic stress?

an environmental toxin leading to physical health problems

All of the following are covered in the Good Samaritan Doctrine except

help is only provided when the need for professional medical assistance is questionable.

Which of the following aspects of education is NOT associated with children with special health care needs

less incidence of infections because of decreased exposure to other children

Behavioral signs of maltreatment might include all of the following except

A child's desire to only color at free choice time

A disaster is an overwhelming event that may caused by all of the following except

A fall from playground equipment

Which of the following is NOT a blood borne infection

Hepatitis A

All of the following are signs of highly problematic behaviors EXCEPT

Children who are more reserved

Once the maltreatment has been reported the teacher should

Continue to support the child with sensitivity ‍

Which of the following is NOT information a teacher needs when a medication needs to be administered during the classroom time

Cost of medication

School Wellness Policies must include the following

Goals for physical activity to promote wellness.

If you have a child in your first grade classroom with mild cerebral palsy affecting some aspects of academic achievement, which plan would describe accommodations in her learning environment

IEP

Which of the following is true about health histories in children

Immunization records should be reviewed

It is appropriate to shelter-in-place when

It is unsafe to leave the facility

Teacher Jan in helping a toddler place shape blocks into a puzzle. She looks up periodically to scan the remainder of the room , make eyedontact, and smile at other children who are playing. She is likely doing which of the following?

MIntaining attention for safe supervision between the individual and the group

Outdoor play spaces are important in early childhood facilities because

Many children only have a chance to play outdoors when they are at the early childhood setting.

Which of the following would be an indicator of possible developmental delay

Not showing any pretend or fantasy play by 3-1/2 years of age

During a health screening, a family tells you that their 5 year old has not had a well child exam or check up in years because they don't really see the purpose. What would be the most appropriate response

Offer support, document their concerns, and inform them that check ups are an important part of preventative care

Routines that guide children during the school day include all of the following except

Organizing the schedule around periods of active and quiet play

Which of these describes an inappropriate practice related to transitions

Plan many transitions so children become familiar with the process

The following food should not be served to children under age 4 because of chocking hazards

Popcorn

Emergency preparedness includes:

Practicing emergency response drills

Which of the following is NOT a part or a type of health evaluation

Referral to a local community health center for well child care

Mandated reporters are required by law to:

Report reasonable suspicion of child maltreatment

After an emergency occurs, teachers may feel stressed about their responsibilities and wonder if they made the right decision. If this happens, teachers should recognize

That teacher's may need support to regain a sense of confidence and well-being.

Where are more bus fatalities likely to occur

The 10 ft danger zone immediately surrounding the bus

It is important for teachers to monitor the outdoor play area to ensure all of the following EXCEPT:

To ensure children move slowly among the activities.

When selecting appropriate toys for the classroom teachers consider all of the following EXCEPT:

Toys that are trendy and popular and engage children's interest.

Which of the following is included in proper care of the infant's teeth

Wiping the teeth and gums with a disposable tissue after each feeding

What is ringworm?

fungal infection causing a skin rash

Which of the following is NOT true about gathering a health history from the family

Health promotion such as reducing screen time should not be incorporated into health histories

What is the most common congenital condition in the United States

Hearing loss

Produce is a source of food borne illness due to all of the following except:

Irradiation

Which of the following is true about head lice

It is spread by close person-to-person contact and it is mostly a nuisance infection

Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP) system includes the following steps EXCEPT

Prevent contamination of food handling

When can diet influence gene functions, creating a positive or negative impact on health?

During pregnancy and prenatal development, early childhood, puberty, and old age.

What percentage of families with children with special health care needs report that their insurance is not adequate

40%

Which of the following conditions is considered part of autism spectrum disorder

Asperger's syndrome

Which of the following statements is true about involving families in wellness curriculum? A)Involving families should not include a forum for discussing conflicting points of view. B)Families should be recognized as the best resource for sharing information about their culture. C)Teachers should avoid talking to parents about certain unmet health needs when families are experiencing high levels of stress. D)Teachers should avoid parents' personal stories about family traditions if they conflict with the teaching go

Families should be recognized as the best resource for sharing information about their culture.

Which of the following is true about privacy and health information

Health information should be discussed in a private space

All of the following are true about attachment theory EXCEPT

It depends on caregivers giving a child everything they want for the first 5 years of life

Which of the following is NOT true about food allergies in children

It is extremely rare for a child to have a life-threatening reaction at school

Minimizing contamination risk during food preparation includes all of the following except

Practicing first in first out (FIFO)

Susie is a 5 year old in a Spanish immersion kindergarten class. She is joyful and slow to warm up. She is reserved in the first few weeks and her teacher, Ms. Jessica sees that Susie feels unsure of herself at times and has heard her say, "I'm not good at this." She discusses this with her parents at the first conference. They decide to give her time and space while noticing when she does have successes. As a team, the teacher along with her parents are contributing to which one of Susie's emotional developmental milestones?

Self-efficiency

Which of the following is NOT a milestone of 2-3 year olds

Showing separation anxiety ‍♀️

Factors that guide planning of an appropriate and safe facility for young children include all of the following EXCEPT:

The architectural style most likely to be licensed by a regulatory agency.

What is brain plasticity

The brain's ability to be flexible and change when new information expands or replaces previous knowledge.

When preparing to teach in a multicultural classroom, educators should consider all of following EXCEPT:

The likelihood of being assigned to teach in a multicultural classroom is low.

If ham is sliced on the same slicing machine used to slice cheese, this could put children at risk due to which of the following reasons A. If they are allergic to milk, the foods are now cross-contaminated B. Ham is more likely to be a food contaminate than cheese C. The likelihood of ham and cheese becoming contaminated increases when they are slice on the same machine D. Dangerous bacteria can live on ham but not cheese

A

What is the most critical social milestone

Bonding with caregiver

What is the most common motor disability of childhood

Cerebral palsy

Which of the following is not a respiratory infection

Tetanus

What does it mean when we say that nutrition, health, and safety are closely aligned and interrelated?

The healthful benefit of one area affects positive outcomes in the others, and gaps or challenges in one area negatively affect outcomes in the others.

What is disease transmission

The process by which infections are acquired

"Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs" describes the basic needs of human development. including fist level body and safety needs, need for love and belonging, self-esteem, and self-actualization. The Hierarchy emphasizes that:

A child's physical and emotional safety needs must be met before children can grow, develop, and learn.

An emergency management plan is all of the following EXCEPT

A list of children's names and parents phone numbers

Teachers learn to recognize all of the following as possible signs of maltreatment EXCEPT

A parents record of arriving late at pick up time‍

What tool is useful in helping teachers to plan a safe indoor classroom environment for young children?

A space use plan.

An observable sign of physical abuse could include

Bruises in varying stages of healing

Teachers prepare themselves to support children to recover from abusive or violent experiences in al, of the following ways except

By anticipating that families will handle their own trauma

All of the following could introduce safety hazards in the classroom EXCEPT:

Child-sized furniture.

All of the following are important safety practices for arrival and departure EXCEPT

Children may be dropped off and allowed to run into the classroom

The single most common cause of unintentional injury is:

Falls.

Safety messages appropriate for preschool children include which of the following EXCEPT

How to stay home and prepare a safe lunch

Which of the following does NOT apply in regards to releasing a child from tour care

If no authorized person comes to pick-up the child, you may release a child to a person the child knows

A carefully designed departure routine benefits safety because

It helps teachers focus on releasing children only to The authorized adult

Teacher Val has noticed that Sammy, who has experienced domestic violence and physical abuse, tends to play the same violent themed game every day during outdoor play. Which of the following steps could she use to support Sammy?

Offer some props and suggestions to help move the play to more imaginative and problem-solving themes.‍

Local building codes may have restrictions about the use of spaces for young children in group settings including which of the following?

Spaces must provide services to all early childhood age groups birth-age 8???????X Spaces must provide a minimum of two classrooms????????X Buildings must be constructed of wood.??????X

What type of services are typically provided by mental health consultants

They can conduct observations in the classroom and offer suggestions for strategies teachers can employ to modify challenging behavior

Which of the following is not true about a respiratory tract illness

They have very long incubation periods usually over 14 days

You are a teacher in a head start classroom and you are taking a health history from a family whose mother says that they drink well water. Which of the following would you advise for them

They should talk to their primary care provider about the possible need for fluoride supplements

Teacher Zay has been asked by Alan, Oscar's dad, to record observations of Alan's ex-wife when she drops Oscar off at preschool. Zay has developed a good relationship with Alan, and does all of the following except

Zay suggests that it might work best if he sent such observations by email

Which of the following is not true bout lead

Lead is a heavy mental that causes mild illness in children

To increase the likelihood that wellness concepts taught at school are reinforced at home, teachers should do all of the following, EXCEPT:

Question children about health practices used at home and then speak with parents when changes need to occur.

What are standard precautions?

Guidelines for preventing the spread of infections from exposure to blood and bodily fluids

What is a functional behavioral assessment

A focused process used by teachers to reflect on, describe and define behaviors they are observing

An emergency is

Any situation that threatens life, permanent injury, or disability