Communicable illnesses that are transmitted by the fecal-oral method include:
a. pinworms and hepatitis
b. colds and chicken pox
c. ringworm and impetigo
d. all answers are correct
Freezer temperatures of 0F or below will kill all harmful bacteria in foods.
a. True
b. False
A child is most contagious during the:
a. incubation stage
b. incubation and prodromal stages
c. acute and convalescent stages
d. acute stage
To function properly, children’s safety seats must:
a. meet federal standards for manufacturing
b. be installed correctly and anchored securely to the vehicle
c. include buckling children into the seat
d. all answers are correct
Eczema is a classic symptom of contactant-type allergies.
a. True
b. False
Which of the following behaviors might suggest a possible mental health problem?
a. excessive fear
b. prolonged sadness
c. repeated complaints of unexplained illness
d. all answers are correct
Pasteurization of food:
a. destroys most disease-producing organisms
b. destroys all bacteria, viruses, and molds
c. destroys only bacterial toxins
d. maintains freshness and flavor
Lyme disease is caused by a:
a. bacteria
b. virus
c. parasite
d. fungus
Teachers can best help maltreated children by:
a. reprimanding the family
b. establishing a trusting relationship with the child
c. referring the child for psychiatric evaluation
d. not discussing any related circumstances to avoid upsetting the child
An appropriate lunch-time serving of applesauce for a preschool child would be:
a. a small dab
b. 1/4 cup
c. 1/2 cup
d. 3/4 cup
Washing hands with soap and water is the preferred method to use in schools and early
childhood settings.
a. True
b. False
Large pieces of outdoor play equipment should:
a. be firmly anchored in the ground
b. only be made available to older children
c. ideally be placed on a hard surface, such as cement or asphalt
d. not be included on playgrounds because they are unsafe
Toddlers and preschoolers are struggling to become independent and may resist adult
help even at times when it is needed and wanted.
a. True
b. False
“Me want it” would be considered appropriate language development for a:
a. 15-month-old
b. two-year-old
c. 36-month-old
d. three-and-one-half-year-old
Small group size, teacher qualifications and low teacher-child ratios are features
associated with high- quality programs.
a. True
b. False
Involving families in children’s health/safety education programs:
a. places a burden on families
b. encourages consistency of information and practices
c. disrupts teacher/child relationships
d. all answers are correct
The body mass index (BMI) measures:
a. hip-to-waist proportion
b. calories burned to maintain involuntary body functions
c. a child’s height potential
d. height-to-weight ratio
A major complication of diarrhea is:
a. lack of appetite
b. dizziness
c. dehydration
d. listlessness
Teachers are qualified to diagnose children’s health conditions.
a. True
b. False
It is important to determine if any children are allergic to animals before bringing a pet
into the classroom.
a. True
b. False
Unsaturated fats are found primarily in animal-source foods.
a. True
b. False
The quality of children’s dietary intake has no effect on behavior.
a. True
b. False
Children infected with head lice should have their hair treated with kerosene.
a. True
b. False
Because a child’s state of health can change in a short period of time, observations
should be:
a. conducted first thing each morning
b. performed at the first sign of illness
c. made continuously throughout the day
d. administered only when a family member is present
A well-planned lesson on street-crossing safety is an example of incidental learning.
a. True
b. False
Families can obtain immunizations for children from:
a. local health departments
b. pediatricians
c. community health care clinics
d. all answers are correct
A cook who has been diagnosed with Hepatitis A should:
a. not be involved with food preparations until cleared by a physician
b. continue working around food as long as he/she practices careful hand washing
c. be permanently dismissed from his or her position
d. be allowed to work if he or she feels well enough to do so
“Fast food” meals are generally deficient in:
a. iron, calcium, and vitamin A
b. vitamins A and C, calcium, and fiber
c. calcium, sodium, and vitamin C
d. fat, sodium, and calcium
Pesticides, dirt, and cleaning chemicals are examples of biological food hazards.
a. True
b. False
All of the following foods yield dietary fiber EXCEPT:
a. meats and seafood
b. fresh and frozen fruits
c. whole grain breads, crackers, cereals, and pastas
d. raw vegetables and lettuce salads
Toddlers and preschoolers are more likely to try a new food if it is served when they are
not tired or overly hungry and if it is presented along with a familiar food.
a. True
b. False
Television:
a. is a reliable source of nutrition information
b. promotes healthy food choices
c. serves as a major source of nutrition information for many children and families
d. has a sound educational objective in mind when planning program and commercial
content
Briefly explain teachers’ professional responsibility in the event that a child sustains a
serious injury.
High teacher turnover rates have a________effect on children’s development.
What factors influence a person’s water requirement?
List the eight steps involved in efficient menu planning.
Teachers’ failure to practice good __________ can transmit fecal-oral illnesses.
Full-term infants are born with stores of the mineral _____ and the vitamin_____to last
them for the first six months after birth.
Discuss how a child’s allergies might affect learning.
If CPR procedures have been initiated, under what conditions can they be stopped?
How do discipline and punishment differ?
Why are the early years an ideal time to provide children with health and safety
education?
What nutrientdense foods would be appropriate to serve as “desserts” in children’s
meals?
Caution must be exercised when assessing children’s growth and development because
there is a wide range of _________behavior.
To administer the Heimlich maneuver to a five-year-old, wrap your arms around the
child, place your fisted hand between the tip of the ________ and the navel, grasp with
the other hand, and press firmly against the abdomen with a quick,________thrust.
Why are fears and nightmares more common during the preschool years?
Learning to control aggressive behaviors is important for children’s_________health.
Why should a child younger than two-years not be given skim milk?
Physical activity ______calcium absorption.
Repeated failure and frustration can lead to a sense of poor________.
Why must teachers not attempt to diagnose children’s health conditions?