Early Childhood Education Health, Safety, and Nutrition Flashcards
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A child in your class is diagnosed with pinkeye (bacterial conjunctivitis). Which action is MOST appropriate?
Answer: Exclude the child until a healthcare provider clears them or symptoms resolve per policy
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.
Which of the following is the CORRECT procedure for administering prescribed medication to a child in a licensed childcare center?
Answer: Medication may be given only with written parent authorization, in original labeled container, per the prescriber's instructions, and documented in a log
Medication administration in childcare requires written parental consent, original labeled packaging, adherence to prescriber instructions, and documentation for liability and safety.
A toddler is found unresponsive and not breathing normally. After calling 911, what should a trained caregiver do NEXT?
Answer: Begin pediatric CPR starting with 30 chest compressions then 2 rescue breaths
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.
Which of the following BEST supports the development of healthy eating habits in preschoolers, according to Ellyn Satter's Division of Responsibility in Feeding?
Answer: Adults decide what, when, and where food is offered; children decide whether and how much to eat
Satter's Division of Responsibility framework maintains adult authority over food structure while respecting children's autonomy over intake, supporting long-term healthy eating.
Which of the following is an example of a PRIMARY prevention strategy for childhood injury in an early childhood setting?
Answer: Installing safety gates at staircases before injuries occur
Primary prevention eliminates hazards before injuries occur; installing safety gates proactively reduces the risk of falls.
Which sunscreen guideline is MOST appropriate for children in an early childhood outdoor program?
Answer: Use SPF 30 or higher, apply 15–30 minutes before sun exposure, and reapply every 2 hours
The AAP recommends SPF 30+ broad-spectrum sunscreen, applied before going out and reapplied every 2 hours or after swimming/sweating, for all children.
A lead teacher observes that a child consistently avoids the snack table, eats very little, and appears lethargic. What is the MOST appropriate first step?
Answer: Document observations and communicate concerns to the family and health consultant
Persistent changes in appetite combined with lethargy may signal a health or developmental concern; systematic documentation and family communication are the appropriate professional response.