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Teacher observations should be made:
a. first thing in the morning
b. continuously all day, day-to-day, and week-to-week
c. late in the afternoon when children are tired/stressed
d. to accustom children to medical testing procedures
A child who follows a lacto-ovo vegetarian diet wouldnot consume eggs or dairy
products.
a. True
b. False
Which of the following foods would contribute fats that are primarily unsaturated?
a. hot dogs, hamburgers, and cold cuts
b. cheese slices, fish sticks, and ice cream
c. pepperoni pizza, spaghetti and meatballs
d. black bean burrito and peanut butter
A suitable snack must always include milk.
a. True
b. False
It is acceptable to use food as a reward for good behavior as long as it is not associated
with mealtimes.
a. True
b. False
Teachers should splint a child's suspected fracture before calling emergency medical
services (EMS).
a. True
b. False
Food intolerances are an immune disorder that is typically not outgrown.
a. True
b. False
Milk is a rich source of calcium but a poor source of iron.
a. True
b. False
The amount of energy in a food is called:
a. thermic energy
b. fat
c. calories
d. gylcerol
The term heredity refers to:
a. transmission of genetic characteristics
b. inborn temperament and developmental abilities
c. psychological influences on health
d. social factors, such as poverty, child abuse, and air pollution that affect health status
Most food-borne illness outbreaks are associated with fast food or restaurant meals.
a. True
b. False
Television advertising increases children's interest in:
a. sugary foods and fast food meals
b. milk and ice cream
c. fresh fruits and vegetables
d. whole grain crackers and baked goods
Redirecting and ignoring are effective strategies for addressing children's misbehavior.
a. True
b. False
The best time to detect children's vision disorders is when they enter school and begin
to engage in tasks that require close work.
a. True
b. False
Sickle-cell disease affects:
a. the immune system
b. insulin production
c. a child's neuromuscular system
d. red blood cell formation
A child who fails an initial vision screening should be retested before a referral is made.
a. True
b. False
Food-related learning activities should help children to understand that nutrients in food
are necessary for growth and health, and that food should be enjoyed.
a. True
b. False
Introducing health/safety educational experiences during the early years is critical
because:
a. young children learn faster
b. children have more time for learning
c. the early years are formative years
d. young children have fewer distractions
Cereals containing ____should be introduced by six months of age.
a. iron
b. vitamin D
c. vitamin C
d. calcium
promotes bone and blood formation by improving the absorption of calcium and iron.
a. Vitamin C
b. Thiamin
c. Vitamin A
d. Vitamin D
Child-sized furniture:
a. is less expensive
b. is easier to clean and care for
c. results in fewer accidents and injuries
d. is more appealing to children
A three-year-old boy has just eaten 15 to 20 ibuprofen from a bottle in your purse and is
still conscious. Before calling the Poison Control Center, you should:
a. give the child a glass of milk or water to drink to dilute the medication
b. have the child drink a small amount of lemon juice or vinegar to neutralize the
ibuprofen
c. give the child nothing to eat or drink
d. force the child to throw up
For each of the following curriculum areas, describe a food-related educational activity
that would also promote learning in these areas:
a. language development
b. cognitive development
c. sensorimotor development
d. social/emotional development
Which of the following learning objectives is not measurable?
a. Children will taste the salad.
b. Children will like the salad.
c. Children can explain why it is important to eat fresh vegetables.
d. Children can name at least two of the vegetables used in the salad.
Hands should be carefully washed:
a. after using the bathroom
b. before touching foods
c. between handling different foods
d. all answers are correct
In most states, teachers are:
a. required to prove abuse/neglect before reporting it to authorities
b. encouraged to investigate incidences of abuse/neglect
c. required by law to report suspected cases of maltreatment
d. mandated to inform the suspected family
Serving pumpkin bread, sweet potato fries, and broccoli will improve a child's vitamin
C intake.
a. True
b. False
A twoyearold's vocabulary should consist of about 50 to 300 words.
a. True
b. False
Daily health checks can be used to teach children about a variety of health topics.
a. True
b. False
Foods that are irradiated may lose small amounts of some nutrients including:
a. beta carotene and vitamin A
b. vitamin E and vitamin C
c. vitamin C and thiamin
d. all answers are correct
Infants are able to sit alone with little support by four months of age.
a. True
b. False
Outdoor play equipment that is constructed of wood:
a. presents a greater challenge to supervise
b. requires frequent maintenance to avoid splintering and deterioration
c. is less expensive to purchase
d. tends to be safer for young children
Pollens, molds, and feathers are examples of_________type of allergens.
Explain why a variety of fruits and vegetables should be included in children's daily
diet.
Bread, black beans, and peanut butter are examples of ______proteins.
Compare plate service with family style food service. What are the advantages of each
style for the children and for food service personnel?
In most cases, abusive adults do not set out to_________harm their children.
Identify at least three vegetables that are a rich source of vitamin C.
______________ provide valuable opportunities for helping children to become more
aware of, and involved in, their own personal wellness.
Describe insulin's role in the body.
Children's appetites and willingness to eat are strongly influenced by the mealtime
environment. Identify and briefly discuss several features that help to create an
atmosphere that encourages children to eat.
If you were mentoring a newly-hired teacher who was interested in presenting a unit on
food safety, what suggestions would you have to help him or her get started?
Outline a simple method for calculating the food cost per person, per week.
Ringworm is caused by a________and is contagious.
Although the physical signs of allergic conditions are easily recognized,
the_______effects are often overlooked.
What benefits are associated with increasing a child's level of physical activity?
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans encourage individuals to eat in moderation and
engage in more ____________________ ____________________.
Teachers play an important role in controlling the spread of communicable illnesses in
the classroom. What skills and information do they need to posses in order to perform
this role effectively?
Behavioral changes that involve attitudes, habits, and values are often difficult to
______.
