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Health, Safety & Nutrition Standards Flashcards

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  1. A child in your care develops a rash with small, fluid-filled blisters. Which illness is most likely and requires exclusion from child care?

    Answer: Hand, foot, and mouth disease

    Hand, foot, and mouth disease causes fluid-filled blisters and is highly contagious, requiring exclusion until the child is fever-free and blisters have dried.

  2. What is the correct water-to-formula ratio when preparing standard infant formula from powder?

    Answer: 1 scoop powder per 2 oz water

    Standard powder formula is prepared using 1 unpacked level scoop of powder per 2 fluid ounces of water.

  3. Which surface disinfectant concentration is recommended by the AAP and APHA for sanitizing diaper-changing surfaces in child care?

    Answer: 1 tablespoon bleach per gallon of water

    A solution of 1 tablespoon of unscented bleach per gallon of water (approximately 1:256) is the recommended sanitizer for diaper-changing surfaces.

  4. Under USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) guidelines, which food is NOT a creditable grain for children ages 1–5?

    Answer: White rice cakes

    Rice cakes made from enriched or whole grain rice can be creditable, but many commercial rice cakes fail CACFP's minimum whole grain or enriched grain requirements and serving-size thresholds.

  5. A provider notices a 3-year-old frequently stumbles and has bruising in unusual locations such as the torso and back. The FIRST action should be to:

    Answer: Document observations and report concerns to child protective services

    Child care providers are mandated reporters and must document and report suspected abuse immediately without confronting parents or delaying.

  6. Which practice best prevents the spread of conjunctivitis (pink eye) in a child care setting?

    Answer: Frequent handwashing and avoiding shared towels or washcloths

    Conjunctivitis spreads through direct contact with eye secretions, so handwashing and no shared linens are the most effective prevention strategies.

  7. When should a fire evacuation drill be conducted in a licensed child care center?

    Answer: At least monthly

    Most state licensing regulations and NFPA 101 require fire drills at least monthly in child care centers to ensure children and staff are prepared.