Health, Safety, and Nutrition Flashcards
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A preschooler is stung by a bee during outdoor play and begins crying but shows no signs of allergic reaction. What should the teacher do?
Answer: Scrape the stinger out sideways with a flat edge, wash the area, and apply a cold compress
The stinger should be scraped (not pinched) to avoid injecting more venom; the site should be cleaned and a cold pack applied for pain relief.
Which of the following best describes a 'child-safe' medication administration policy in a licensed preschool?
Answer: Medications require written parental authorization, a completed medical authorization form, and must be in original labeled containers
Proper medication administration requires written authorization, accurate forms, and original labeled packaging to prevent errors and ensure legal compliance.
What is the MOST effective strategy for preventing the spread of conjunctivitis ('pink eye') in a preschool classroom?
Answer: Excluding affected children per policy, increasing hand-washing frequency, and disinfecting shared surfaces
Exclusion of infected children combined with enhanced hygiene and surface disinfection are the evidence-based steps for limiting spread of conjunctivitis.
Which vitamin, synthesized through sun exposure, is also important for calcium absorption and bone health in preschoolers?
Answer: Vitamin D
Vitamin D is required for calcium absorption and bone mineralization, and is produced in the skin when exposed to UVB sunlight.
During a severe thunderstorm, a teacher is supervising children on the playground. What is the SAFEST immediate action?
Answer: Immediately bring all children inside a sturdy building
The safest location during a thunderstorm is inside a sturdy building; trees and open spaces dramatically increase lightning strike risk.
A preschool teacher is planning a cooking activity involving cutting vegetables. Which of the following is the MOST appropriate safety measure?
Answer: Use child-safe plastic lettuce knives and pre-score harder vegetables before the activity
Child-safe cutting tools combined with pre-scored or soft vegetables allow children to participate meaningfully while minimizing laceration risk.
Which of the following is an example of a PRIMARY prevention strategy for childhood obesity in a preschool setting?
Answer: Providing daily active movement breaks and offering fruits and vegetables at snack time
Primary prevention targets the whole population before problems develop; daily movement and healthy food offerings promote wellness for all children.