CPN Child Health & Medical Care Flashcards
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What is the 'well-child visit' schedule purpose that a nanny should support and be aware of?
Answer: Preventive pediatric appointments for growth monitoring, developmental screenings, and vaccinations
Well-child visits are preventive care appointments that track development, administer vaccines, and screen for health issues on a recommended schedule.
A child develops pinkeye (conjunctivitis) with yellow discharge. What is the appropriate action for a nanny?
Answer: Notify the parents and keep the child away from other children until evaluated by a doctor
Bacterial conjunctivitis is highly contagious and requires medical evaluation; the child should be kept away from others until cleared by a physician.
What is the recommended position for a healthy infant to sleep in to reduce the risk of SIDS?
Answer: On their back (supine position) on a firm, flat surface
The American Academy of Pediatrics' 'Back to Sleep' campaign recommends placing healthy infants on their back on a firm, flat surface to minimize SIDS risk.
A child in your care has a known seizure disorder. Which action should a nanny NOT do during a convulsive seizure?
Answer: Put a spoon or finger in the child's mouth to prevent choking
Placing anything in a seizing person's mouth is dangerous and can cause injury to both the child and the caregiver; people do not swallow their tongues during seizures.
A toddler in your care has swallowed a small button battery. What is the correct response?
Answer: Call Poison Control (1-800-222-1222) or go to an emergency room immediately
Button batteries can cause severe internal burns within 2 hours of ingestion and require immediate emergency evaluation—never induce vomiting.
What is the primary purpose of maintaining a written daily log of a child's health observations for a professional nanny?
Answer: To provide parents with continuity of care information and early detection of health changes
A daily health log helps parents track patterns, detect early signs of illness, and maintain continuity of care between caregivers.
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