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Q: What steps should be followed when administering medications to young children?

Q: When teachers are ill, they not only increase the chances of infecting others, but also run a greater risk of ________themselves.

Q: Removing sick children from a group can be an effective method for limiting the source of _________.

Q: Symptoms such as general achiness, sore throat, fatigue, listlessness, low-grade fever, and chills are typical observed during the ____________________ stage.

Q: Most communicable illnesses develop in a series of stages, beginning with the stage, then passing through the prodromal and stages, and ending with the ____________________ period.

Q: Removing any one of the three critical factors ______,_______ , and _____that are essential to the infectious process will disrupt a disease's communicability.

Q: Chicken pox is an example of a communicable illness that is spread through __________.

Q: Teachers' failure to practice good __________ can transmit fecal-oral illnesses.

Q: Bacteria, parasites, and viruses are examples of________that are capable of causing an infectious illness.

Q: Bleach solutions must be mixed_______to maintain their disinfecting strength.

Q: Outdoor_______should be covered when not in use to protect them from contamination with animal feces.

Q: An adult who does not practice good hand washing after changing an infant's diaper could potentially spread which of the following illnesses: a. giardia and pinworms b. chickenpox and strep infections c. hepatitis B and rubella d. eczema

Q: Early signs of a developing communicable illness might include all the following EXCEPT: a. red or sore throat b. a rash that is fading c. fatigue and loss of appetite d. headache

Q: At what age should infants begin to receive their first series of immunizations? a. 2 months b. 4 months c. 8 months d. 12 months

Q: Universal infection control precautions require the teacher to: a. wear disposable gloves when handling items contaminated with body fluids b. administer first aid (without gloves) and then wash hands carefully c. disinfect hands with sanitizing gels d. call for professional assistance with cleanup

Q: Written permission should be obtained for the administration of which of the following medications? a. prescription drugs b. over-the-counter cough medicines c. children's ibuprofen or motrin d. all answers are correct

Q: Giardiasis is a communicable illness that is transmitted: a. through direct and indirect contact with infected fecal material b. during coughs and sneezes c. by drinking out of someone else's glass d. through contact with the fur of infected dogs and cats

Q: A child is most contagious during the: a. incubation stage b. incubation and prodromal stages c. acute and convalescent stages d. acute stage

Q: The single most effective control measure against the spread of communicable illness is: a. keeping children indoors during cold or inclement weather b. thorough hand washing c. disinfecting all surfaces (e.g. tables, toys, sink handles) d. excluding children when they are sick

Q: Most children's communicable illnesses are the result of: a. fungus infections b. hereditary weakness c. climate and location d. respiratory infections

Q: A pathogen is the: a. method by which an illness is transmitted b. organism responsible for infecting an individual c. first stage of a communicable illness d. name given to the susceptible or new host

Q: Exclusion policies: a. prevent illness and infection from occurring b. need only to be enforced when there is threat of serious disease c. protect teachers against potential charges of negligence d. serve as guidelines for deciding when a child is too ill to attend group care

Q: Teachers who are ill should: a. stay home whenever they are feeling "under the weather" b. follow the same exclusion guidelines set for children c. ignore minor illnesses and come to work d. not come to work if they have been exposed to communicable illness; they should wait to see if symptoms develop

Q: The length of an incubation stage: a. is the same for all communicable illnesses b. varies for each communicable illness c. is shorter in young children d. is not an important infection control measure

Q: Families can obtain immunizations for children from: a. local health departments b. pediatricians c. community health care clinics d. all answers are correct

Q: Children's age and immature development place them at high risk for communicable illness. a. True b. False

Q: Disposable gloves should only be worn when caring for a child's injuries that involve blood. a. True b. False

Q: A child is capable of infecting others during the acute stage of a communicable illness. a. True b. False

Q: Separating toddlers in diapers from children who are toilet-trained can help to reduce the spread of intestinal illnesses in group settings. a. True b. False

Q: Surfaces that have been contaminated with blood or feces can be adequately cleaned with soap and water. a. True b. False

Q: Schools should not accept responsibility for administering any medication to young children. a. True b. False

Q: Medications can be safely stored on a high shelf or in a cabinet that is inaccessible to children. a. True b. False

Q: Any child who is exposed to a pathogen will develop that particular communicable illness. a. True b. False

Q: Immunizations provide lifetime immunity against all preventable childhood diseases. a. True b. False

Q: It is not necessary for teachers to wash their hands between care routines (e.g., clothing changes, feeding, diapering) as long as they change their disposable gloves. a. True b. False

Q: The label on a prescription medication is an acceptable form of physician approval. a. True b. False

Q: In an infant-toddler unit, toys should be removed and washed before they are given to another child. a. True b. False

Q: Most children who develop type 2 diabetes must: a. be given daily insulin injections b. eliminate all sugar from their diet c. severely restrict their physical activity d. lose weight and follow a healthy diet

Q: Children who have had cancer and undergone radiation to their head may experience permanent: a. hearing loss b. headaches c. poor vision d. seizures

Q: Chronic illnesses can be difficult to recognize because: a. most adults are unfamiliar with these conditions b. children experience symptoms that are different from those that occur in adults c. families may try to cover up children's symptoms d. symptoms may develop slowly over a period of time and be less obvious to an observer

Q: Children living in______are at higher risk of developing lead poisoning. a. rural areas b. older homes c. newly constructed housing d. communities where there are other symptomatic children

Q: Sickle-cell disease affects: a. the immune system b. insulin production c. a child's neuromuscular system d. red blood cell formation

Q: Sudden stiffness followed by a loss of consciousness and generalized convulsive movements are characteristic signs of a(n): a. absence seizure b. Jacksonian seizure c. partial seizure d. tonic-clonic seizure

Q: An example of person-first language is: a. "Carlos is a five-year-old boy who has autism." b. "Annie is an epileptic." c. "There are five Down syndrome kids in this classroom." d. "Diabetic children have special dietary and medical needs."

Q: To care for a child who is experiencing an asthma attack, you would do all of the following EXCEPT: a. administer any prescribed medications b. insist that the child lie down c. call for emergency medical assistance if the child develops respiratory distress d. give small sips of room-temperature water

Q: An absence (petit mal) seizure is characterized by: a. a complete loss of consciousness b. momentary interruption of attention and activity c. generalized convulsive movements d. periods of inappropriate behavior

Q: Anaphylaxis: a. is contagious b. a life-threatening allergic reaction c. common cause of abdominal pain and muscle aches d. an early warning sign of seizure

Q: Hyperglycemia: a. occurs when the pancreas produces excess insulin b. can be a minor complication of diabetes c. is a symptom of chronic stress and depression d. is an inherited immune disorder

Q: An allergen is a substance that: a. aids the body in storing sugar b. causes hyperactivity c. is a major component of bone and cartilage d. can trigger an allergic reaction

Q: Allergic disorders are generally thought to be: a. contagious b. communicable c. hereditary d. the result of poor dietary habits

Q: A food intolerance is the same as a food allergy. a. True b. False

Q: Children who have seizures are likely to develop brain damage and behavior disorders. a. True b. False

Q: Anemia is caused by the over-production of red blood cells which interferes with their ability to deliver oxygen to the cells. a. True b. False

Q: Eczema is a classic symptom of contactant-type allergies. a. True b. False

Q: Behavior problems, intellectual disability, and appetite loss may be symptoms of lead poisoning. a. True b. False

Q: Food intolerances are an immune disorder that is typically not outgrown. a. True b. False

Q: Leukemia is the most common form of childhood cancer. a. True b. False

Q: Lead poisoning can cause behavior and learning problems in children. a. True b. False

Q: Children whose parents smoke are at higher risk for developing allergies, asthma and cancer. a. True b. False

Q: Type 1 diabetes occurs when the body fails to produce adequate amounts of insulin. a. True b. False

Q: What factors place some children at greater risk for developing anemia, and what signs is a teacher likely to observe if a child does have this condition?

Q: What is anaphylaxis?

Q: Identify the four categories of allergens and provide an example from each.

Q: Discuss how a child's allergies might affect learning.

Q: Briefly explain what information should be included in a report following a child's seizure.

Q: Describe insulin's role in the body.

Q: An_______plan would be written for a toddler who is eligible to receive Part C intervention services to address his health and developmental delays.

Q: The cause of most seizure disorders is usually_________.

Q: The elimination of lead-based________since 1978 has significantly reduced the incidence of lead poisoning.

Q: Allergic reactions to foods can be potentially__________.

Q: Rapid weight loss, frequent urination and excessive thirst may be early signs of__________.

Q: Although the physical signs of allergic conditions are easily recognized, the_______effects are often overlooked.

Q: Pollens, molds, and feathers are examples of_________type of allergens.

Q: A high fever is usually responsible for triggering________seizures in infants.

Q: Left untreated, hyperglycemia can lead to_________.

Q: Insulin is essential for the conversion and storage of________and _________ consumed in the diet.

Q: Eczema is a condition often seen in young children who also have________: a. anemia b. apnea c. allergies d. anaphylaxsis

Q: Allergens such as laundry detergents, hand lotions, and grass are classified as: a. injectables b. inhalants c. ingestants d. contactants

Q: Select one of the sensory conditions described in this chapter and provide the following information: a) Which children are at highest-risk for developing this condition? b) What early physical signs and behavioral indicators would you be likely to observe? c) How is this condition diagnosed? d) What treatments are available?

Q: Describe several informal methods that can be used to test an infant's hearing.