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Health, Safety, and Nutrition Flashcards

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  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?

    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.

  2. Which of the following foods poses the greatest choking hazard for children under age 4?

    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.

  3. What is the correct ratio of compressions to breaths when performing CPR on a child (ages 1–8)?

    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.

  4. A child with a known peanut allergy accidentally eats a food containing peanuts. Which symptom would require an immediate call to 911?

    Answer: Throat swelling and difficulty breathing

    Throat swelling and breathing difficulty indicate anaphylaxis, a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate emergency medical services.

  5. According to USDA MyPlate guidelines for child care settings, which food group should make up the largest portion of a child's plate?

    Answer: Fruits and Vegetables combined

    MyPlate recommends that fruits and vegetables together fill half the plate, making them the largest combined portion.

  6. A child sustains a deep cut that is bleeding heavily. After calling for emergency help, what is the priority first-aid step?

    Answer: Apply firm, direct pressure with a clean cloth

    Direct pressure is the first-line intervention to control bleeding while awaiting further medical assistance.

  7. Which of the following is the best practice for storing breast milk in a child care facility?

    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.