CCP Health, Safety, and Nutrition 2

Question 1

A child in your care develops a fever of 101°F (38.3°C) during the day. What is the most appropriate immediate action?

Accepted Answer

Isolate the child from other children and contact the parent/guardian

Answer

A child with a fever should be separated from other children to prevent spread of illness, and parents must be notified promptly.

Question 2

Which of the following foods poses the greatest choking hazard for children under age 4?

Accepted Answer

Whole grapes

Answer

Whole grapes are round and firm, making them a serious choking hazard; they should always be cut lengthwise before serving to young children.

Question 3

What is the correct ratio of compressions to breaths when performing CPR on a child (ages 1–8)?

Accepted Answer

15:2 for two rescuers or 30:2 for one rescuer

Answer

Pediatric CPR guidelines call for 15 compressions to 2 breaths with two rescuers, or 30:2 with a single rescuer.

Question 4

A child with a known peanut allergy accidentally eats a food containing peanuts. Which symptom would require an immediate call to 911?

Accepted Answer

Throat swelling and difficulty breathing

Answer

Throat swelling and breathing difficulty indicate anaphylaxis, a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate emergency medical services.

Question 5

According to USDA MyPlate guidelines for child care settings, which food group should make up the largest portion of a child's plate?

Accepted Answer

Fruits and Vegetables combined

Answer

MyPlate recommends that fruits and vegetables together fill half the plate, making them the largest combined portion.

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