Ratios
There should be at least 2 staff members present when ____or more children are in the building
State is here, what should the teacher be prepared to say when they enter the classroom?
How many children & the youngest - oldest range
10 children ages 18 months-24 months
Name four times a child's hands should be washed?
After going outside
before eating
after diapering/ toileting ( even babies
when visibly soiled
What has to happen to the playground each day before children can play on it?
Inspection/ check list for broken toys, bugs , hazards etc
A baby has severe reflux. The mom provides a wedge for the baby to sleep on to make sure the baby doesnt choke. What is needed from the mom to allow this at the center?
A drs note detailing the medical need for the device, and the duration that the device will be used in the center.
Ms. Tyah can have _______ children in her class. They range from 12 months -18 months
What is 7?
Ms. Jerrika started 30 days ago, she has completed all required orientation, and background check. She doesn't have CPR/ first aid yet. Does she have to be supervised?
Within 90 calendar days from the date of hire and prior to assuming sole responsibility for any children, each staff member shall have current certification in pediatric first aid and CPR. During this period, caregivers and teachers who provide direct care for children must be supervised until training is completed.
Name four times a teacher must wash their hands
Arriving at the center
before feeding a child
After toileting a child
after handling snot or any bodily fluid
All plugs must be covered for children under 5, if you have safety plugs installed they do not need a cover
true
Little Larrys mom says he can only sleep in a swing, you can allow him to sleep in the swing as long as he is supervised
no, infants must be placed into a crib to sleep
Afterschool children ( 6 and older) are at the center today because school is out. Ms. Jessica and Mrs. Williams are in ratio with 40 children
yes, the ratio is 23:1
You hire a 17 year old to work at the center. Is she counted in ratio? Can she be left alone with children?
no
Its ok to use hand sanitizer or a wipe to wash hands over soap and water
incorrect, there is no substitute for soap and water and hand sanitizer states ( keep out of reach of children)
Bookcases and even changing tables should be anchored to the wall to ensure children do not climb on them and get hurt
true
It is ok to give a baby a bottle/ sippy cup in the crib to fall asleep
no, the crib must be free, except a tightly fitted sheet
There are 7 kids at the center,
8 months, 18 months, 2 years old , 2 years old, 3 years old , 3 years old , 3 years old.
Is Latoya in ratio with just 1 teacher?
no, because the ratio for 8 months old is 1:5
You cant use mixed age groups for under 2
It is ok for the teacher to step out of the classroom to use the restroom as long as ratio is still met and another teacher is actively supervising
yes/true
Ms. Jessica goes to change a diaper. She gets all the materials out first and lays the child on the mat.
she is out of gloves, she changes the urine only diaper , wipes the child puts on a fresh diaper, pulls their pants back up and puts the child back at the block table. What violations did she make?
1. must wear gloves when handling bodily fluid
2. Must lift child to sink to wash hands
3. Must sanitize table, wait for kill time , then wipe, then wash hands
Dad comes up to pick up his son. He is not on the pick up list, and you have no court paperwork regarding custody. What document does he need to provide for you to release the child?
Birth certificate with his name & Valid state ID or DL
Jessica notices Erlicia's pacifier has fallen out while she is sleeping. She doesnt want Erlicia to scream and cry without her paci. She puts the pacifier back in her mouth. Erlicia's eyes are still closed
Not in compliance
Kool Kids daycare has 2 toddler classrooms, can Ms. Erica go to lunch while Ms. Jennifer sits and watches the children rest. (can see all children at once)
yes
Outdoor time is a great time for teachers to get some rest and complete projects while children are playing outside.
False/ no
Teachers should be spread out evenly on the playground and always moving
ok or not ok?
not ok, food should never be used as a reward, food should be on a napkin, and did they wash hands first?
The amount of loose fill needed on Tiny Stars playground is 4 inches. They add four bags to the 100 ft x 100ft playground. How do they determine the correct amount?
How old can an infant be raised to the sink for handwashing?
Once sitting up