First AID
A 4-year-old child falls on the playground and scrapes their knee. They begin to cry but can still walk. What steps should you take to properly clean and treat the scrape?
What do you do when a child has an injury to their neck or head?
Notify your team lead or director immediately & they will help you assess the situation, notify the parents, and provide an incident report. Call 911 if necessary.
What is our policy on Supervision?
At least one alert adult is within sight and sound of each sleeping infant. Lighting and sound should allow appropriate supervision (BIRTH THROUGH 12 MONTHS)
At least one alert adult present in the room where children are sleeping. Lighting and sound should allow appropriate supervision (13 MONTHS AND UP)
At what temperature do IdahoSTARS suggest limiting outdoor exposure in cold weather to protect children?
32°F.
When children engage in physical aggression like hitting or biting, what steps must be taken according to Idaho regulations?
Separate the children, administer first aid if needed, and notify parents.
During recess, a 6-year-old child is running and accidentally bumps into another child. A few moments later, you notice their nose is bleeding. How do you properly handle this situation?
What are the Kangaroo Clubhouse steps for Medical emergency Injury involving a child?
For any medical emergency or injury involving a child, staff will take the following steps:
The caregiver will use their CPR and First Aid training to take care of the child.
If the injury is not life threatening the child will be administered to and then the injury will be documented in his/her file and a written document will be made immediately for the parent.
If the emergency is life threatening, the director will contact emergency personnel and then contact the parents or legal guardian.
If the parents or legal guardians cannot be reached, the director will then attempt to contact the child’s emergency contacts.
If the injury is not life threatening but needs immediate attention and no person can be reached for emergency contacts a caregiver will provide transportation to the closest medical facility and will keep trying to contact the parent, guardian or another emergency contact. (Health history and emergency contact information will be taken)
When do you use the Name to Face feature on Procare?
Any time you transition or once an hour.
Body language, cheeks, temperature outside. Etc.
What strategy is recommended when a child refuses to comply with teacher prompts?
Implement a behavior intervention plan using calm, consistent communication.
A 7-year-old child jumps off a playground structure and lands awkwardly. They complain of pain in their ankle and have difficulty walking. You notice some swelling. How do you provide first aid for a suspected sprained ankle?
What if a non-custodian parent comes onto our property and is attempting to take a child in our care?
Do not cause an altercation, keep calm, get the other children to safety and then call 911 and inform your Director immediately.
The 2's room just had an incident where Charlie bit Katie's arm and broke skin and left a bruise. Who's parents will be receiving an incident report?
Both, Charlie and Katie's parents with photos if possible.
What is the maximum outdoor temperature threshold recommended by Idaho Health and Welfare guidelines for modifying outdoor play during summer?
90°F.
If a child runs away from the classroom, what immediate actions should be taken?
Conduct a head count, initiate lockdown procedures, and notify administration while starting a search protocol.
A 5-year-old child with a known peanut allergy accidentally eats a snack containing peanuts. Within minutes, they begin coughing, wheezing, and struggling to breathe. What do you do?
According to the K.C. handbook what are the steps for a missing child?
In case of a missing child at the center, staff will take the following steps:
The facility and streets surrounding the facility will be searched thoroughly by the lead teacher and director
If the child is not found within twenty minutes the parent and police will be contacted by the director or lead teacher
All other children will remain inside the facility with caregivers
Reports will be documented in the child’s file
How long is an infant allowed to stay asleep in their car seat if they are dropped off that way?
This is not allowed. Always ask the parent to take their child out of the car seat if they are sleeping. Take the infant out immediately.
What safety measure should be taken as soon as you enter the playground?
Walk the entire perimeter to ensure it's clear of debris, animals and that it is secure.
In the event of a missing child, what critical step is mandated by Idaho Health and Welfare regulations?
Secure the area, perform a head count, and promptly notify local authorities and parents.
A 6-year-old child suddenly collapses on the playground and is unresponsive. They are not breathing. You are the first person on the scene. What immediate first-aid actions should you take?
what phone numbers should you call for reporting child abuse?
The Idaho Careline at 211 or Statewide: 855-552-KIDS (5437)
Treasure Valley: 208-334-KIDS (5437)
How should you lay cots when the children are napping?
Cots need to be placed Head to Toe or Toe to Head- at least 3 feet apart if the space allows. If not, that is where we follow this method.
Why is it so important that we follow the guidelines for outdoor play?
Following all of the procedures that we have in place allows for ensuring the safety of the staff and children at all times.
For a severely injured child, what urgent action must be taken after administering immediate first aid?
Call 911 and initiate emergency medical care.