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Health, Safety & Nutrition Standards Flashcards

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  1. A toddler experiences a febrile seizure lasting 2 minutes in your classroom. After the seizure ends and the child is breathing normally, what is the NEXT step?

    Answer: Call 911 and notify the child's parent or guardian

    Even after a short febrile seizure, emergency services should be called and parents notified because the child needs medical evaluation.

  2. According to CACFP meal pattern requirements, which is the correct lunch serving for a child aged 3–5?

    Answer: ¾ cup fruit/vegetable, 1½ oz meat/meat alternate, ½ cup grain

    CACFP lunch for children aged 3–5 requires ¾ cup total fruits/vegetables, 1½ oz meat or meat alternate, and ½ cup grains.

  3. Which position is recommended for placing an infant to sleep to reduce the risk of SIDS?

    Answer: On their back on a firm, flat surface

    The AAP recommends placing infants on their back on a firm, flat surface with no soft bedding to reduce SIDS risk.

  4. A staff member cuts their hand while preparing food for children. Which action is MOST appropriate?

    Answer: Discard all food already prepared and assign a different staff member to complete preparation

    Any food prepared after a bleeding injury must be discarded due to bloodborne pathogen contamination risk, and the task should be reassigned.

  5. Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), a child care center must administer medication to a child with a disability if:

    Answer: The medication is necessary for the child's equal participation and can be safely administered by non-medical staff

    The ADA requires reasonable modifications including medication administration when it is necessary for a child with a disability to participate equally in the program.

  6. What is the maximum safe indoor air temperature recommended in child care facilities during warm months to prevent heat-related illness?

    Answer: 82°F (28°C)

    Most licensing standards recommend indoor temperatures not exceed 82°F during warmer months to protect children from heat stress.

  7. Which practice is essential when storing breast milk brought from home in a child care setting?

    Answer: Label with child's full name and date, store in back of refrigerator

    Breast milk must be labeled with the child's name and date and stored properly to prevent mix-ups and ensure safe use within recommended timeframes.