Babysitters preparation for the job
Caring for babies
Kitchen and Fire Safety
First Aid and Emergencies
First Aid and Emergencies part 2
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Name three things that should go in a babysitter bag
Spare clothing, babysitter binder, story books, movies, toys, small first aid kit, flashlight and crafts
100
A number of childcare experts think you should be at least_____ this age to care for a infant...
13 years old
100
When cooking on the stove, which burners should you use first?
You should use the rear burners first.
100
What does E.M.S stand for
Emergency Medical System
100
When performing rescue breathing, how often should you give a puff of air?
Every 3 seconds
200
What goes in a babysitter binder?
paper, emergency phone numbers, information on allergies, medications, schedule.
200
Babies have a soft spot on their head, at what age does their soft spot become hard like ours?
Babies soft spot begins to grow over at the age of six months and will fully grow over by the age of two.
200
Why should you wear tight clothing rather then baggy clothing when you are cooking?
loose clothing is more likely to catch on fire.
200

What are the Emergency Action Steps?

Make sure the area is safe for you to enter Ask the person if they are okay, tap them on the shoulder if they do not respond. Call for help if they have asked you to, or if you can visibly see they need help.

200
When caring for cuts and wounds an important acronym to remember is R.E.D, what does R.E.D stand for?
Rest, Elevate, Direct pressure
300
Should you have friends over while babysitting?
No, they can distract you from your job!
300
How should you hold a baby?
Support the babies, head, back, neck, shoulders and bum.
300
If your clothing catches on fire, what should you do?
Stop, drop and roll
300
What are some steps to take to prevent choking?
Careful, slow eating of food. Fully chew your food before swallowing it. No running, walking or talking while eating.
300

When caring for sprains, strains and fractures you should remember the acronym RICE, what does R.I.C.E stand for. (Give me at least one)

Rest, Immobilize, Cold and Elevate

400
How early should a babysitter arrive at the house where they will be babysitting?
30 min if it is your first time and 15 mins every time after
400

Name one of three ways you can heat a baby bottle 

In the microwave In a pot/dish with hot water Heat the milk on the stove In a bottle warmer

400
If the house is on fire what is the first thing you should do?
Get you and the children out of the house.
400

List four of the top 10 chocking foods

Hot dogs, carrots, nuts, popcorn, apples, meat chunks, hard candy, chicken/chicken bones, fish bones, seeds

400
List three possible signs that someone is having an allergic reaction
itchy mouth and throat, hives, difficulty breathing, swelling
500
If a parent forgets to tell you something what should you do?
Ask the parents! They will respect and be impressed with your responsibility for asking the question.
500
What should you do with milk/formula left out for more than two hours?
throw the milk out and wash the bottle before using the bottle again.
500

If trapped in a house that is on fire, what are four things you can do to stay safe? (Name at least two)

1. Go to the furthest room from the fire 2. Close all doors between you and the fire and put material like a blanket or towel at the bottom of the door to prevent smoke from getting in. 3.Open a window and scream for help 4. stay low to the ground to avoid smoke inhalation 5. Always touch the door with the back of your hand to see if the door is hot before opening it.

500

What does A.B.C stand for? (Name at least one)

Airway, breathing, circulation

500
If someone is having an anaphylaxis allergic reaction what are the steps you need to take?
Administer Epi-Pen Call 911 Monitor ABCs
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