ECE final exam Flashcards
When should infants have their hands washed?
After a diaper change
Before feeding
After playing
Should you use baby powder when diapering?
No, It can dry out the infants skin and particles can get into their lungs
When should you read the prescription label?
When taking out of the storage space
Before pouring it
When putting it back into the storage space
What are the 5 rights of medication?
Child
Medication
Dose
Time
Route
Where should medications be stored?
All medications should be stored in a locked cabinet, except for epi pens, they should be in the child’s immediate environment
hOW CAN YOU STOP THE SPREAD OF BED BUGS?
Check blankets, clothing, and furniture daily, wash fabric with boiling water regularly
Can you give children asprin, why or why not?
No, you won’t be able to watch for signs of severe illness or be able to monitor symptoms properly
How does pinkeye spread?
Indirectly, though eye discharge
When should you notify public health about diahrrea?
When two or more children have had it within 48 hours of eachother
Are infections of the middle ear contagious?
No, the virus and bacteria can’t spread
What are some recommendations from the CPA regarding exclusion?
If the child’s needs are more that staff can provide
If the illness prevents the child from participating fully
If the illness is a serious health risk
Who should you be concerned for when managing illness?
The ill child: ensure that they are comfortable
Other children: is the illness contagious?
The parents: how is the illness impacting the family?
How are health observations of a child helpful?
It’s a baseline to compare the child to for the rest of the day
Helps to monitor symptoms progress
What are behavioral changes that could signal potential illness?
Lethargy
Sleepier than usual
Not alert
Uninterested in the environment
Unusually cranky
Inconsolable
Refusing to eat or drink
What are physical signs of a potential illness?
Eye whites are yellow or red
Watery eyes
Runny nose
Child pulling at ears
Swollen gums
Wheezing
Coughing
Congestion
Does HIV status need to be reported?
No, it’s against human rights, but it can be disclosed if wanted, but they don’t have to
What do you do if the skin is broken by a bite?
Let it bleed
clean it with soap and water
Write an official report
notify both parents
notify public health
watch for redness or swelling
What’s a host?
A person with an infection
What is a germ
Bacteria, parasite, fungi, or virus that has potential to make someone ill
What are some universal precaution stategies?
Wear gloves when dealing with bodily fluids
Cover cuts with bandages
Dispose of gloves after one use
Wash hands after contact with blood
Clean bloody surfaces with bleach
What is assumed when using universal precautions?
That everyone has the potential to expose you to germs
Why should pets not be allowed in daycares?
They can transfer illnesses to humans
Allergies
Put vulnerable people at risk
What is the difference between cleaning and sanitizing?
Cleaning removes dirt, sanitizing removes germs
How should solid surfaces be disinfected?
1 part bleach to 9 parts water
What is the procedure for wiping children?
Always wipe from front to back and get in all of the skin folds, prevents bowel germs from getting into the urinary tract
