Health Training

Question 1

TN child care licensing rules define toddlers as what age?

Answer 1

13-30 months

Question 2

TN child care licensing rules define preschoolers as what age?

Answer 2

Children up to 5 years that are not in kindergarten

Question 3

What are essential components of Early Childhood Education and providing services to children/families?

Answer 3

• Knowing + adhering to TN DHS Licensing Rules
• Respecting confidentiality of children, families, and staff members
• Understanding and following program policies and procedures

Question 4

Children may not be admitted into child care until the parent/guardian has supplied the agency:

Answer 4

• A completed application
• Valid TN Department of Health immunization records
• A health history

Question 5

How many infections are spread through hands?

Answer 5

80%

Question 6

What is the Two-Step Process?

Answer 6

1) Cleaning (Soap and Water)
2) Sanitizing (Bleach and Water)

Question 7

Cleaning toys

Answer 7

• Toys put in mouths should be removed until sanitized
• Toys used by sick children should be removed until sanitized
• Toys should be cleaned weekly or sooner if visibly dirty
• Plastic toys can be washed in dishwasher or in warm soapy water
• Cloth/soft stuffed toys should be laundered and heat-dried

Question 8

Diaper-Changing Process

Answer 8

• Set aside supplies
• Bring child to table
• Remove diaper and clean child’s bottom
• Dispose of diaper, wipes and gloves
• Put diaper on
• Wash child’s hands
• Clean + sanitize table
• Wash hands

Question 9

Diaper-Changing Tips

Answer 9

• Handle contaminated clothing as little as possible
• Use bags specific for the purpose of contaminated laundry
• Place wet/contaminated laundry in leak-proof, labeled bag for child to take home

Question 10

How should you give a child medication?

Answer 10

Using an accurate medicine dropper/measuring spoon

Question 11

What should be done after giving a child medication?

Answer 11

Record dosage of medicine given, including child’s name, date, and time

Question 12

How do you reduce risk of sunburns with children?

Answer 12

• Keep infants 6> months out of direct sunlight
• With written permission use suncreen on children 6+ months old
• Provide water to prevent dehydration

Question 13

Does TN DHS licensing require all children to have an opportunity for outside play daily when weather conditions are appropriate?

Answer 13

Yes