CCP Health, Safety & Nutrition Standards 3

Question 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?

Accepted Answer

Call 911 and notify the child's parent or guardian

Answer

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

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

On their back on a firm, flat surface

Answer

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

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

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

Answer

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

(CCP) Certified Child Care Professional Practice Test

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CCP Health, Safety & Nutrition Standards 3