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Q: To administer the Heimlich maneuver to a five-year-old, wrap your arms around the child, place your fisted hand between the tip of the ________ and the navel, grasp with the other hand, and press firmly against the abdomen with a quick,________thrust.

Q: To dislodge an object that is obstructing an infant's airway, you would administer five back blows, five____________________, and then repeat these steps until the object can be removed.

Q: Initial treatment of a sprained ankle would include_________and applying an__________ to the area.

Q: The majority of deaths due to choking occur in_________.

Q: Grapes, peanuts, and hot dogs are considered common________hazards for young children.

Q: In the case of heat stroke, you would expect a child's temperature to be: a. normal b. elevated c. below normal d. unstable

Q: In CPR, a rescue breath should last approximately: a. one second b. one minute c. five seconds d. until the victim begins breathing

Q: A child who has diabetes and develops signs of hypoglycemia should be given: a. more insulin b. a peanut butter sandwich c. nothing to eat or drink d. a glass of orange juice

Q: Signs of a serious head injury: a. may not appear for several hours b. can be observed within minutes of the injury c. are generally nothing to worry about if the child is able to get up and walk away d. only serious if the child is knocked unconscious

Q: Emergency treatment of unintentional poisoning: a. always involves making the child vomit b. differs depending on the category of substance ingested c. is determined by the amount of substance ingested d. is based on the child's age and body weight

Q: A burned area that develops blisters is classified as a: a. first degree burn b. second degree burn c. third degree burn d. critical burn

Q: A child who experiences a blow to the head may exhibit all of the following signs except: a. unequal pupil size b. unusual breath odor c. forceful vomiting d. slurred speech

Q: Ainsley, age 22 months, stumbles while running across the classroom, falls and hits her head on the floor, and stops breathing. You would immediately begin CPR at the rate of_______breath(s) to 30 chest compressions. a. 1 b. 2 c. 3 d. 4

Q: A child burns several fingers during a classroom cooking activity. Your immediate action should be to: a. apply first aid ointment to the burned areas b. wash the burned area with soap and water to prevent infection c. immerse the fingers in cool water d. quickly cover the burned area with butter

Q: A child develops a nosebleed during outdoor time. Your actions should be to: a. take the child inside, have her lie down quietly, and apply pressure to her nose b. have the child rest quietly; put ice or a cold cloth on the back of her neck c. pinch her nostrils together for at least five minutes with the child in a sitting position d. call for emergency medical assistance (EMS)

Q: A child in your classroom just stuck scissors into the electrical outlet. Your immediate action would be to: a. grab the child and pull him away from the outlet b. call for emergency medical assistance (EMS) c. locate and turn off the circuit breaker d. roll the child onto his back and treat for shock

Q: A child receives frostbite on the tips of several fingers. Your immediate action would be to: a. rewarm the child's fingers quickly by immersing them in hot water b. apply an ice pack to decrease pain and swelling c. rub the fingers briskly to restore circulation d. bring the child indoors and let the fingers gradually rewarm themselves

Q: Shock often accompanies severe injuries. The symptoms of shock may include all the following EXCEPT: a. rapid breathing b. weak pulse c. dry, flushed skin d. confusion

Q: A three-year-old boy has just eaten 15 to 20 ibuprofen from a bottle in your purse and is still conscious. Before calling the Poison Control Center, you should: a. give the child a glass of milk or water to drink to dilute the medication b. have the child drink a small amount of lemon juice or vinegar to neutralize the ibuprofen c. give the child nothing to eat or drink d. force the child to throw up

Q: Your next-door neighbor brings over her three-year-old daughter who has accidentally spilled liquid drain cleaner (lye) on her arms and legs. Treatment of chemical burns requires immediate action. You should immediately: a. rush the child to a doctor's office b. pour milk over the burned areas to neutralize the lye c. call the nearest Poison Control Center for instructions d. wash the chemical off under running water for at least 10 to 15 minutes

Q: If a child's permanent tooth is knocked out it cannot be saved. a. True b. False

Q: A bite from an infected tick can cause Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever. a. True b. False

Q: Children who develop shortness of breath following a bee sting may be experiencing an allergic reaction. a. True b. False

Q: Small beads, latex balloons, and coins present a choking hazard for young children. a. True b. False

Q: A child who appears to be in shock should be given ample fluids to drink. a. True b. False

Q: You would begin the Heimlich maneuver immediately if you saw a child choking on food. a. True b. False

Q: Teachers should splint a child's suspected fracture before calling emergency medical services (EMS). a. True b. False

Q: Direct pressure should be applied for several minutes to stop bleeding. a. True b. False

Q: Individuals who administer emergency care to injured persons are protected from liability by the Good Samaritan laws. a. True b. False

Q: A child who is not breathing should be placed on his or her side to prevent choking. a. True b. False

Q: The primary objective of emergency care is to save lives. a. True b. False

Q: Disposable gloves should be worn whenever administering first aid to a bleeding wound. a. True b. False

Q: What steps can teachers take to minimize their risk of being accused of negligence?

Q: When pets visit or become classroom residents, what special precautions must be taken?

Q: What special measures and precautions must be addressed before a teacher takes children on a field trip?

Q: What risk factors increase the probability of an unintentional injury occurring in a group or school setting?

Q: What are the four basic principles of safety risk management?

Q: Why is it important to state safety rules and guidelines in positive and simple terms?

Q: Young children have difficulty understanding the implications of a disaster due to their ________ thinking.

Q: In the event of a disaster or serious emergency, teachers should be assigned specific_________.

Q: Safety education should teach young children self-_______and self-________.

Q: Children should never be left________.

Q: The type and amount of teacher______depends on the nature of the activity and number of children participating.

Q: Although children may be taught safety rules, adults must continue to________their play.

Q: Advanced planning implies that teachers be prepared for the___________.

Q: _______objectssuch as beads, batteries, and the tops from markersshould be kept out of an infant's reach.

Q: When teachers or children are unfamiliar with a classroom environment or routines, the likelihood of an __________occurring increases.

Q: Playground equipment on which children are most commonly injured include ,____________________ ____________________ and ____________________.

Q: Toys that pose a choking hazard for children under age three include: a. teething rings b. stuffed cloth animals c. balloons d. nesting cups

Q: Age warnings provided by manufacturers on children's toys: a. are accurate b. do not reflect individual differences in children's abilities c. inform adults about which toys are safe choices for children d. are designed to improve toy sales

Q: Outdoor play equipment should be inspected: a. daily b. weekly c. monthly d. every time children use it

Q: Effective strategies for managing children's misbehavior include: a. redirecting the child's attention to another activity b. modeling the appropriate or desired behavior c. ignoring the undesirable behavior d. all answers are correct

Q: To reduce children's risk of unintentional injury in a group setting, teachers should do all the following EXCEPT: a. eliminate all situations in which a child could potentially be injured b. enforce rules consistently c. devote time to carefully planning activities and considering potential risks d. monitor children's play activities at all times

Q: A teacher's failure to uphold the legal and professional responsibilities associated with the care of young children is called:a. negligenceb. tortc. a statutory offensed. professional misdemeanor

Q: Safety rules should: a. frighten children so they aren"t likely to repeat the misbehavior b. eliminate the need for adult supervision c. describe acceptable behavior d. provide detailed explanations about how toys and play equipment are to be used

Q: All of the following safety features must be considered when purchasing an infant crib except: a. slats that are no more than 4 inches apart b. a mattress that fits snugly against the crib sides c. the ease of lowering the crib sides d. no missing or cracked slats

Q: An appropriate birthday present for your two-year-old nephew would be: a. a bright yellow teething ring b. a big box of standard-size Legos c. large wooden beads for stringing d. a shiny red tricycle

Q: Negligence refers to:a. failure to protect children from all unintentional injuryb. careless and questionable safety managementc. failure to maintain accurate safety recordsd. lack of first aid training

Q: Once safety guidelines have been established: a. they should be explained carefully to children b. children can be trusted to remember and follow them consistently c. adult supervision can be relaxed d. children are unlikely to misuse play equipment

Q: The prevention of unintentional injuries requires: a. the elimination of all risks and hazards b. extensive teacher experience c. the establishment of strict rules and regulations d. an awareness of children's developmental skills and anticipation of their actions

Q: Infants and toddlers: a. sustain fewer injuries than do older children because they are less mobile b. have the same rate of life-threatening injuries as older children c. experience the highest rate of life-threatening injuries d. are more likely to follow adult warnings

Q: The majority of accidents in early childhood and school-based settings occur: a. indoors b. at the beginning of a session c. outdoors d. during cold weather

Q: The majority of toy-related deaths are due to: a. breakage b. choking c. toxic construction materials d. electrocution

Q: Age warnings on toys are useful for determining if they are a safe choice for children. a. True b. False

Q: A well-planned lesson on street-crossing safety is an example of incidental learning. a. True b. False

Q: It is important to determine if any children are allergic to animals before bringing a pet into the classroom. a. True b. False

Q: Carefully maintained accident records are important because the severity of an injury may not be immediately known. a. True b. False

Q: Although field trips can enhance children's learning, they also present added risk and liability concerns. a. True b. False

Q: A teacher's failure to prevent a child from being injured is always considered negligence. a. True b. False

Q: Whenever new play equipment is added to children's environments, safety must be a prime concern. a. True b. False

Q: Simple art suppliessuch as crayons, markers, play dough, and blunt scissorswould make a nice gift for a toddler. a. True b. False

Q: Teachers should examine job descriptions carefully and be sure they have the required qualifications before accepting a position. a. True b. False

Q: Crib mobiles and nesting toys are appropriate choices for an eight-month-old infant. a. True b. False

Q: Creating and maintaining safe environments for children requires continuous attention and, in some cases, additional expense. Why is it important that teachers devote time and effort to this task?

Q: What characteristics identify a high-quality teacher?

Q: What hazards are associated with the use of wading pools or other forms of water play, including sprinklers and water tables?

Q: What are the advantages and disadvantages of using pea gravel under play equipment?

Q: What types of health and safety records should early childhood programs maintain and keep on file?

Q: What is the twofold purpose of state licensing regulations?

Q: Newly constructed early childhood and school facilities must comply with standards established by the ____________.