FCC Guide 2

Question 1

In an FCC home, what is the primary reason for maintaining a current, complete emergency contact list for each child?

Accepted Answer

To ensure a parent or authorized adult can be reached quickly during an illness or injury

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To satisfy the child's curiosity about family

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To reduce paperwork at pickup time

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To share with other enrolled families

Question 2

A family child care provider notices a toddler has a fever of 101°F during the day. What is the best first step?

Accepted Answer

Isolate the child comfortably and notify the parents to arrange pickup

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Give the child adult fever medication

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Send the child outside to cool down

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Wait until the end of the day to mention it

Question 3

Why should an FCC provider keep cleaning supplies and medications in a locked cabinet?

Accepted Answer

To prevent accidental poisoning of curious young children

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To keep the kitchen tidy

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To make inventory easier

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Because parents prefer it

Question 4

What is the recommended safe sleep position for an infant in family child care?

Accepted Answer

On their back on a firm surface with no loose bedding

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On their stomach with a soft pillow

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On their side propped with blankets

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In an inclined car seat for naps

Question 5

An FCC provider is planning meals. Which practice best supports children's nutritional needs?

Accepted Answer

Offering a variety of foods from all food groups in age-appropriate portions

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Serving mostly sugary snacks children enjoy

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Letting children skip meals if they seem busy

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Providing the same single food every day

Question 6

Why is it important for a family child care provider to maintain daily attendance records?

Accepted Answer

To account for every child's presence and support safety and licensing compliance

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To bill parents extra fees

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To decide who gets snacks

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To track the provider's own hours only

Question 7

What should a provider do before taking children on a neighborhood walk?

Accepted Answer

Ensure proper supervision ratios, permission, and a first aid kit are in place

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Leave younger children home alone

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Skip counting the children to save time

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Let children walk without holding a rope or hands