Health & Safety
What is an Allergy?
the body’s negative reaction to a substance, possibly including rashes, swelling, and sneezing
What is observation?
watching a child’s behavior to gain information
What is nutrition
The science of food and how the body uses it.
What is physical abuse?
Non-accidental injuries
What is the best shape for a playground?
Rectangle
What is Asthma?
a chronic inflammatory disorder of the airways that causes labored breathing, gasping, coughing, and wheezing.
What is an Anecdotal record?
notes kept by teacher concerning children’ play - easiest form
What is malnutrition?
Nutritional problems caused by a lack of nutrients in the food eaten or inability to use the nutrients in food.
Most sexual abusers are ____
Family members
How should a teacher respond to a student that may mispronounce or use them incorrectly in speech?
Repeat back correctly
How do you prevent the spread of communicable diseases in a child care center?
Frequent hand washing, cleaning of hard surfaces daily, use isolation area for students who have a fever
What are important guidelines to follow when conducting observations?
Confidentiality, objective statements, minimize distractions
What is the function of protein in the body?
build and repair tissue.
What is neglect?
Failing to meet a childs basic needs
How much space should be taken up with stationary equipment?
less than 1/2
How do immunizations protect a child from disease?
Dead virus is injected to allow the body to build antibodies
How do you choose which assessment to use when observing children?
Individual vs. small group, amount of time, behavior to observe
Fruits and Veggies are major sources of vitamins ___
C and A
What is probably true of a husband that is physically abusive to his wife?
He is abusive to children
What is the first thing a caregiver should do if a fire breaks out?
Exit the building with all children
What is cystic fibrosis?
a chronic hereditary disease that involves persistent and serious lung infections
What type of observations do most preschool teachers use?
The function of fat is ____
insulate the body from shock and temperature change.
What are factors that can contribute to abusive parenting?
Young age, substance abuse or alcoholism, history or abuse
How does the organization of a classroom affect the learning and behavior of students?
Organization promotes learning and independence