Babysitter Safety
This is NOT a safe way to find a babysitting job
Advertise in library, answer an online ad, etc.
When you dial 911, what services do you get?
Fire, Ambulance, Police
is this a certified first aid course?
No.
define an emergency
an unexpected situation that requires immediate attention
Why do you need to support a baby's head?
They are "top-heavy" and don't have the strength to hold their own heads up until 3-5 months.
The key to being a safe babysitter is?
look ahead, pay attention to warning signs, and act
If there is a fire in the house, what should you fo?
Get everyone out of the house immediately
to stop a cut from bleeding, you should put what kind of gauze on it
wet gauze. dry gauze will stick to the wound
to stop a nosebleed, turn your head this direction
downwards
What is the two finger rule when changing a diaper?
Two fingers fit under the waistband to ensure the diaper isn't too tight on their skin
Do you ever answer the phone while babysitting? Even if it is a friend?
No! Even if it is a friend.
this test determines if an item is too small for a child
the toilet paper roll test
how does the book describe a cut
an injury that slices into the skin
you can find the poison control number on the back of or in this
What is the best way to keep children safe, according to the book?
To play with them!
If you think a child is being hurt or neglected you should...
Tell a trusted adult
to what temperature should any food or bottles be warmed to?
lukewarm (bonus points for wrist mention)
to get rid of a complete blockage, what must you need to do?
give heimlich manouver
you use a ___piece of gauze to help with a second degree burn
cold/wet
To test if food is too hot for an infant or child, what test needs to be done?
Drop of food or formula on the inside of your wrist.
if you are not comfortable babysitting for a family, should you still agree to babysit?
No. Do not babysit for a family if you are not comfortable or if they have made you uncomfortable.
what syndrome could occur if you leave a baby in their crib with toys, blankets, etc.
SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome)
what are the instructor's names?
Abby & Kallia
the timeframe after a head injury that brain bleeding can begin
24 hours
What is an extra specific item to pack when it comes to your babysitter's bag? (Not listed in book)
A change of clothes!