Babysitting Day 2

Bedtime

100

You are giving a child a bath before bedtime. The phone rings. What do you do?

Let the phone ring until bath time is over. If it's the parents they will call back or leave a message.

200

List some bedtime routines for children.

Story, prayers, washup, pajamas, brush teeth, etc.

300

True or False. The children are finally asleep. You can ignore then until their parents come home.

False. It's important to check sleeping children often to make sure they are actually sleeping and are safe.

400

What are some ways to calm down a child before bedtime?

singing lullabies, reading a story, storytelling, quiet play

500

You have finally put the children to bed. One of the younger kids comes downstairs and says he is scared. What do you do?

Let him know everything is okay. Offer to read him a story or sit with him until he falls asleep.

Foods & Mealtime

100

What are some food allergies to be aware of?

Peanuts, Nuts, Milk, Chocolate, Seafood

200

What ways can you keep a kitchen space safe?

Keeping hot things and sharp objects out of reach of children.

300

True or False: When babysitting you can eat anything you find in the kitchen.

False. If you haven't been told you can eat something, don't. If you have questions, ask the parents if you can have a snack.

400

List 3 Things To Be Aware of for Mealtime?

See Mealtime Checklist

500

You and the child made quite a mess when having the afterschool snack. What should you do?

Clean up the child. Wash their hands and face. Put dishes in sink or dishwasher. Clean up messes. Wipe off table, countertops, high chairs. Do your best to leave the kitchen the same way you found it.

Diapering

100

What can happen if you don’t change a baby’s diaper soon enough?

Diaper rash 

200

When wiping a baby girl, which way do you wipe?

Front to back

300

Besides a changing table, where is the safest place to change a baby’s diaper?

The floor

400

How do you know what part of the diaper is the front vs. the back?

The tabs are in the back

500

About how many diapers does a newborn go through in a day?

8-10

First Aid

100

What does EMS stand for?

Emergency medical services

200

Is this course a certified first aid course?

No

300

If someone is choking and cannot talk or cough, what should you do?

Back blows/j-thrusts

400

For CPR, how many breaths and chest compressions?

2/30

500

List 3 symptoms of an allergic reaction

Itchy mouth and throat, difficulty breathing, hives, swelling

Jobs

100

What questions do you ask parents for first time you sit for them?

Questions about Bedtime, Eating, Entertainment, Toilet routines. Where is the phone and emergency numbers?

200

Someone asks you to sit for their child. What steps do you go through before accepting or declining the job?

Ask the details of the job (date, time, how many children, rate). Ask your parents if it is okay for you to babysit these clients. Check your schedule for tests, extracurricular activities (games, plays, practice), and events your parents may have planned for you.

300

You accepted a babysitting job for tonight for a family weeks ago. You have a huge test tomorrow and your friend wants to study with you. What do you do?

You accepted this babysitting job week's ago and the family is depending on you. While babysitting the children need your full attention. It would be irresponsible to study or have your friend over while you are watching the children.

400

You and your best friend are fighting. You are at a babysitting job and she keeps texting and calling you. She has even posted stuff online. What do you do?

While you are babysitting the children are your number one priority. Anything with your friend can wait until after your are done with your job. Do not check social media (even though you are tempted), and turn off your phone if you have to.

500

How do you prepare for babysitting jobs?

Know where you are going. Arrive to jobs early. Have parents fill out First Home Visit Survey.