FCC Family Child Care MCQ 3 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A parent arrives to pick up a child but is not on the authorized pickup list. What should the provider do?
- Release the child immediately
- Verify identity and confirm authorization before release (Correct answer)
- Ignore the situation
- Let another child decide
Correct answer: Verify identity and confirm authorization before release
Children may only be released to authorized adults after identity is verified for safety.
Question 2: What is the recommended water temperature maximum for a child care home's tap to prevent scalding?
- 120°F (49°C) (Correct answer)
- 140°F (60°C)
- 160°F (71°C)
- 180°F (82°C)
Correct answer: 120°F (49°C)
Setting hot water to no more than about 120°F helps prevent scald burns in young children.
Question 3: Which document should be kept on file for each enrolled child in family child care?
- Emergency contact and medical information (Correct answer)
- The provider's tax return
- A list of local restaurants
- The child's future school schedule
Correct answer: Emergency contact and medical information
Emergency and medical records allow quick, appropriate response during an incident.
Question 4: How often should family child care providers typically renew CPR and first aid certification?
- Every 2 years (or per local rule) (Correct answer)
- Once in a lifetime
- Every 10 years
- Never
Correct answer: Every 2 years (or per local rule)
CPR and first aid certifications commonly require renewal about every two years to stay current.
Question 5: What is the best response when a child in care shows signs of a severe allergic reaction?
- Wait to see if it passes
- Follow the emergency care plan and call for help (Correct answer)
- Give them a nap
- Offer more of the food
Correct answer: Follow the emergency care plan and call for help
Severe allergic reactions require immediate action per the child's care plan and emergency services.
Question 6: Why are fire drills important in a family child care home?
- They are only for schools
- They practice safe, quick evacuation with children (Correct answer)
- They waste play time
- They are optional entertainment
Correct answer: They practice safe, quick evacuation with children
Regular fire drills prepare both provider and children to evacuate calmly and safely.
Question 7: What supervision approach is required for infants and toddlers during play?
- Leaving them alone briefly
- Active, constant visual and auditory supervision (Correct answer)
- Checking on them hourly
- Supervision only during meals
Correct answer: Active, constant visual and auditory supervision
Young children require continuous supervision to prevent injury and respond to needs.
FCC Family Child Care MCQ 3
A parent arrives to pick up a child but is not on the authorized pickup list.
What should the provider do?