Childcare Health, Safety & Nutrition 2

Question 1

Which immunization is recommended for childcare workers to protect the children in their care?

Accepted Answer

Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis)

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Rabies vaccine

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Yellow fever vaccine

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Typhoid vaccine

Question 2

According to USDA MyPlate guidelines for preschoolers, what should make up the largest portion of a child's meal?

Accepted Answer

Fruits and Vegetables combined

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Protein

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Dairy

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Grains

Question 3

In a childcare center, emergency contact information and allergy records for each child should be:

Accepted Answer

Accessible to all staff caring for the child at all times

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Kept in the director's locked office only

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Shared only with the head teacher

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Stored digitally and unavailable in paper form

Question 4

A child in your care is stung by a bee and begins to have difficulty breathing and swelling of the face. You should:

Accepted Answer

Call 911 immediately — this is a sign of anaphylaxis

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Apply ice and call parents

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Give the child antihistamines from the first aid kit

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Have the child lie down and monitor for 30 minutes

Question 5

Which of the following is the safest outdoor play surface to minimize injury from falls?

Accepted Answer

Engineered wood chips or rubber mulch

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Concrete

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Packed dirt

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Asphalt

Question 6

When preparing infant formula in a childcare center, which practice is required?

Accepted Answer

Labeling each bottle with the child's name and date

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Using tap water at any temperature

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Preparing formula in advance for the entire day

Answer

Mixing all infants' bottles together to save time