OAE Early Childhood Education Health, Safety, and Nutrition 4

Question 1

A child in your class is diagnosed with pinkeye (bacterial conjunctivitis). Which action is MOST appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Exclude the child until a healthcare provider clears them or symptoms resolve per policy

Answer

Bacterial conjunctivitis is highly contagious; most childcare exclusion policies require removal until the child is cleared by a provider or has completed 24 hours of antibiotic treatment.

Question 2

Which of the following is the CORRECT procedure for administering prescribed medication to a child in a licensed childcare center?

Accepted Answer

Medication may be given only with written parent authorization, in original labeled container, per the prescriber's instructions, and documented in a log

Answer

Medication administration in childcare requires written parental consent, original labeled packaging, adherence to prescriber instructions, and documentation for liability and safety.

Question 3

A toddler is found unresponsive and not breathing normally. After calling 911, what should a trained caregiver do NEXT?

Accepted Answer

Begin pediatric CPR starting with 30 chest compressions then 2 rescue breaths

Answer

Current AHA guidelines recommend starting CPR with 30 compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths (30:2 ratio) for a single rescuer with an unresponsive child.

Question 4

Which of the following BEST supports the development of healthy eating habits in preschoolers, according to Ellyn Satter's Division of Responsibility in Feeding?

Accepted Answer

Adults decide what, when, and where food is offered; children decide whether and how much to eat

Answer

Satter's Division of Responsibility framework maintains adult authority over food structure while respecting children's autonomy over intake, supporting long-term healthy eating.

Question 5

Which of the following is an example of a PRIMARY prevention strategy for childhood injury in an early childhood setting?

Accepted Answer

Installing safety gates at staircases before injuries occur

Answer

Primary prevention eliminates hazards before injuries occur; installing safety gates proactively reduces the risk of falls.

OAE - Early Childhood Education Exam Practice Test

OAE - Early Childhood Education Exam Practice Test

OAE Early Childhood Education Health, Safety, and Nutrition 4