General
Babies must be placed in this position when they sleep.
On their backs
The number one way to prevent the spread of communicable disease
Handwashing
Each Child Develops at their own ____.
Pace
You must know these two things about each child.
Name and age.
You must know and comply with these at all times
The minimum standards for child-care centers
You should scrub your hands for this long when washing them.
20 seconds
A type of infectious disease that spreads from one person to another
Contagious Disease
Musical toys, teethers, large stackable toys, and large stuffed animals are appropriate toys for this age group.
Eight to Twelve months
You must always know which children you are ______ for.
Responsible
Children must be ____ at all times
Supervised
This is the best way to promote healthy development in infants and toddlers
Provide a variety of positive sensory experiences
Children must be current on these upon entry into a childcare program
Vaccines/ Immunizations
A child should be able to build a tower of more than 4 blocks, participate in "pretend" play, and understand simple instructions by this age.
The end of 3 years
You are expected to foster a _____ environment rather than a competitive one.
cooperative
It is your responsibility to ensure that no child is ____, ____, or _____ while in your care.
abused, neglected, or exploited
This is the proper method for sanitizing objects and surfaces.
Wash the surface with soap and water, rinse it with clear water, spray it with a disinfectant, allow it to remain on the surface for at least two minutes, rinse it with water if the object is likely to be mouthed, allow to air dry if possible.
The most common infections in a childcare setting.
Colds, Gastroenteritis (stomach flu), Ear infections, Pink eye, Sore throat
Children from three to five years will begin to develop these play skills.
Imaginative and creative play, building recognizable structures, using more complex parts, and group play.
You must be free from activities not directly relating to these responsibilities.
teaching, care, and supervision of children
Minimum Standards requires you to relate to and treat children in this way.
With courtesy, respect, acceptance, and patience
You can prevent this by managing your stress, learning soothing techniques, and planning for extended crying.
Shaken Baby Syndrome
These symptoms require the removal of a sick child from the childcare setting.
Oral Temp over 101, sore throat, diarrhea, vomiting, earache, body rash, eye infection
Parents should be alerted if a child has not met these milestones by the end of two years.
Cannot walk by 18 months, does not speak 15 words by 18 months, does not use two-word sentences by 2, does not imitate actions or words, cannot follow simple instructions.
You are responsible for fostering this through planned but flexible program activites.
appropriate independence
You must constantly demonstrate these attributes when in the presence of children.
competency, good judgment, and self-control