Infections and Nuisances
Should a child be excluded when they have yellow or green nasal discharge?
No they shouldn't
what is the most severe allergic reaction called?
Anaphylactic shock
Health observation are time consuming and unnecessary
False
It is purchased off a shelf in an pharmacy
over the counter medication
True
Where are bed bug bites normally found?
Face, upper body and arms
what are 6 examples of allergic substances?
Pollen, Peanuts, Feathers, Animal fur, Perfume, Latex
Name 3 key signs of illness in young children
appears and acts tired, cranky/fussy, refuses to eat/drink. inconsolable, uninterested in environment.
Right child, Right medication, right dose, right time or route
five rights
If an educator observes more significant behavioural changes the child should be seen by a __________
When should you exclude a child with pink eye?
Only if discharge is pus
what is the name of the chemicals the body produces when a person is exposed to an allergen?
histamine
what are 2 roles as an educator that we do to help maintain health and aid illness?
Identifying possible signs and symptoms of illness
partnership with children's parents
Implementing the ECE programs policies for ill children
Helping the children feel better
It is recommended the OTC medications come with health care providers recommendation in writing before they are administered in early childhood programs
True
Educators are supportive with regard to health information and resources but do not diagnose illness. what do they do instead?
Instead, educators document signs and symptoms that the parent can communicate to the health care provider
What are the symptoms of an ear infection?
Earache or irritation, fever or cold like symptoms
Approximately how many adults and children die each year in Canada due to asthma
500 adults and 20 children
why are children put through daily health observation upon arrival at daycare centers
connects with family, Noting overall state of children's well being that particular day, base line to fill out and adhere to any changes in behavior or attitude.
Epinephrine
Patterns in illness can help staff identify factors that might contribute to the spread of illness and what they can do to reduce that spread such as :
Improving the children and adults hygiene, cleaning and sanitizing routines and food preparation practices
What do you need to watch for when a toddler has diarrhea?
You need to make sure they don't become dehydrated
young children use this because they are not yet able to use a puffer
Aerochamber
What consists of " Observation calls on educators 5 senses"
They note the child's General appearance, Breathing are they struggling/wheezing, skin color, change in behavior.
It is an analgesic or painkiller and may be recommended by healthcare providers for treating children's ache and pains from a cold and cough
Acetaminophen
Staff encourage parents to take a few minutes at drop off to ensure that parent, children and educators have enough time to talk about
How the child felt overnight and this morning
what the child had for breakfast
how well they slept
Whether the parents have any concerns about there child