The babysitter
Yes
List 3 things that the parent should tell you before they leave?
where they can be reaches
emergency contact numbers
if the child has any allergies
where the first aid kit is located
how to work the appliances in their house
Is it inappropriate to ask the parents lots of question about the babysitting job?
NO
List 3 symptoms that would indicate that a baby has gas pain?
Hardening of the stomach
clenched hands
legs drawn up and into the body
What is the purpose of a time-out?
a chance for a child to calm down and regain his composure.
Is it illegal to accept a babysitting job if the child is sick?
No, If you are comfortable with watching a sick kids you are more than welcome!
Is it unprofessional for the parents to call you more then once to check in?
No
Is it ok to turn down a job if you arrive to your babysitting job and find out they have an extra kid that was not agreed upon before hand?
YES
Give an example of what you would feed a 6 year old for a lunch?
sandwiches
pasta dishes
fruit and veggies
meat and cheese and crackers
If a fire occuers in a high-rise apartment you should
sound the alarm and go immediately to the nearest stairway and exit the building
If you are putting a baby to bed at night, you should?
remove toys and stuffed animals from a cribs and thick heavy blankets
Should the parent arrange transportation to and from for the sitter?
Yes
Because you are watching a child at their house are you required to do jobs like laundry, dishes, sweeting or mopping?
NO
List four toys that are dangerous to a toddler?
small game pieces
puzzle pieces
balloons
marbles
small Lego
A good activity for a sick child is
colouring
crafts
puzzles
reading
watching a movie
If a child you are watching has a cast on his/her arm, MOST important thing to do it?
Keep the cast dry
Do the parents have the right to change the time of when they will be home without telling? Because they are paying you!
No
When a child is sacred of the dark should you help them confront their fears while you are in the room?
No
What 2 foods that can be given to a 3 year old for a SNACK!
Yogurt and a cup of water or juice
A cup of milk and a banana
unsweetened cereal
cracker, rice cakes
pastas dishes
If a child has a seizure while you are babysitting you should
ease the child down to the floor on her/his side in case she vomits
allow the seizure to run its course
keep track of how long it happens
remove hazards in the area
List two ways you should never discipline a child?
Don't under any circumstance, hit, spank, or shake a child
Dont make a promise or threats you cannot, or should not carry out
Dont discipline a child in front of others
Dont punish bad behavior by denying a child food
If the house does not have a landline, is it your job to make sure you bring a phone or should the parents have to supply one?
The parents
Should you put a child in a time out when they act up?
YES
What are some signs a child will show if they are having an allergic reaction
Vomiting
nausea
diarrhea
abdominal pain rashes
hives
Soft, quiet music is best suited for a child that is?
under six month