CCP Health, Safety, and Nutrition 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: A child in your care develops a fever of 101°F (38.3°C) during the day. What is the most appropriate immediate action?
- Give the child acetaminophen and continue regular activities
- Isolate the child from other children and contact the parent/guardian (Correct answer)
- Place the child outside for fresh air to reduce the fever
- Wrap the child in blankets to help sweat out the fever
Correct answer: Isolate the child from other children and contact the parent/guardian
A child with a fever should be separated from other children to prevent spread of illness, and parents must be notified promptly.
Question 2: Which of the following foods poses the greatest choking hazard for children under age 4?
- Soft cooked pasta
- Whole grapes (Correct answer)
- Mashed potatoes
- Soft banana slices
Correct answer: Whole grapes
Whole grapes are round and firm, making them a serious choking hazard; they should always be cut lengthwise before serving to young children.
Question 3: What is the correct ratio of compressions to breaths when performing CPR on a child (ages 1–8)?
- 15:2 for two rescuers or 30:2 for one rescuer (Correct answer)
- 30:2 regardless of number of rescuers
- 10:1 for one rescuer
- 5:1 at all times
Correct answer: 15:2 for two rescuers or 30:2 for one rescuer
Pediatric CPR guidelines call for 15 compressions to 2 breaths with two rescuers, or 30:2 with a single rescuer.
Question 4: A child with a known peanut allergy accidentally eats a food containing peanuts. Which symptom would require an immediate call to 911?
- Mild itching around the mouth
- Throat swelling and difficulty breathing (Correct answer)
- A small red rash on the arm
- Tearing eyes and sneezing
Correct answer: Throat swelling and difficulty breathing
Throat swelling and breathing difficulty indicate anaphylaxis, a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate emergency medical services.
Question 5: According to USDA MyPlate guidelines for child care settings, which food group should make up the largest portion of a child's plate?
- Protein
- Dairy
- Fruits and Vegetables combined (Correct answer)
- Grains
Correct answer: Fruits and Vegetables combined
MyPlate recommends that fruits and vegetables together fill half the plate, making them the largest combined portion.
Question 6: A child sustains a deep cut that is bleeding heavily. After calling for emergency help, what is the priority first-aid step?
- Apply a tourniquet above the wound immediately
- Apply firm, direct pressure with a clean cloth (Correct answer)
- Rinse the wound thoroughly with water for 10 minutes
- Elevate the arm and wait for bleeding to stop on its own
Correct answer: Apply firm, direct pressure with a clean cloth
Direct pressure is the first-line intervention to control bleeding while awaiting further medical assistance.
Question 7: Which of the following is the best practice for storing breast milk in a child care facility?
- Keep it at room temperature for up to 8 hours
- Store it in a shared refrigerator at 40°F or below and label with child's name and date (Correct answer)
- Freeze all breast milk immediately upon arrival
- Store in a cooler with ice packs separate from food
Correct answer: Store it in a shared refrigerator at 40°F or below and label with child's name and date
Breast milk must be clearly labeled and refrigerated at 40°F or below; it should not be mixed with other children's milk.
CCP Health, Safety, and Nutrition 2
A child in your care develops a fever of 101°F (38.3°C) during the day.
What is the most appropriate immediate action?