Diet, Health and Care Flashcards
What are four signs that a child is unwell?
raised temperature, crying more than usual, loss of appetite, unusually tired, clinging, unusually pale, vomitting, diarrhoea
why is it important that children are immunised?
prtoect against harmful diseases, prevent epidemics, becasue they have a weak immune system
where do you get protein from?
meat, fiosh, eggs and beans
why do young chidlren need calcium?
to have strong healthy bones and teeth
How do you know a baby is ready to be weaned?
still hungry after feeds, reaching for your food, hungry beforefeeds, chewing fists
What are 3 ways to overcome food refusal?
don’t force feed, never bribe the child, eat as a family, let the child help to prepare the food
What are 3 guidelines when giving medicine to a child?
liquid not tablets, follow instructions, check age appropriate, check use by dates, check for allergies
What is coeliac disease?
when people can not eat wheat or gluten, they can only eat gluten free foods
Why might a parent decide to call a docotr for their child, give 3 reasons.
very high temperature, breahtign difficulties, sever sicknes, fit, child very sleepy, severe pain
What are 3 ways of preventing nappy rash?
change nappy regularly, use nappy cream, allow tiem without the nappy on, fasten nappy loosely
Why are young children more likely to choke?
they put everythig in their mouth
Why are young children more likely to have falls?
want to explore, unsteady on their feet, poor spatial awareness
Why are boys more likely to have accidents than girls?
they are more adventurous and rough
What are 2 methods of preventing food poisoning?
wash hands before cooking, sterile equipment, check use by dates, keep raw and cooked foods separate, cook food thoroughly, reheat food thoroughly
What are 3 ways of preparing a child for a hospital stay?
visit hospital, explain what will happen, let child help pack their bag, let them take toys
