Deck 12: Nutrition, Health and Safety for the Program

Question 1

Directors are responsible for policies and procedures for cleaning and disinfection the classroom.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Children should prepare their own meals or snacks frequently as part of the curriculum of each classroom.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Bleach is still the all-purpose disinfection and sanitizing solution that is used in child care centers.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

Child care personnel should not have to be sensitive to family food choices because that would be too expensive.

Question 5

Ideally, a portion of the school environment would be set aside for the care of children who are ill but not contagious.

Question 6

Proper nutrition is vital to the development of young children.

Question 7

A standard procedure for accident management should include notifying parents even for minor injuries.

Question 8

Caregivers know that children's eating pattern stays the same from toddlerhood to age four.

Question 9

Common food allergens are peanuts, milk, and eggs.

Question 10

A director should include his or her staff in discussions of menus and invite their suggestions for things they can prepare with the children.

Question 11

A director should leave the identification of infectious diseases to her staff.

Question 12

A school that is open from 6 a.m.to 6 p.m.needs to serve two meals and two snacks during the day.

Question 13

In order to create a safe environment for children, the director has to be able to anticipate potential hazards based on children's developmental levels.

Question 14

If a center is open five to eight hours a day, the food served should provide one third to one half the daily requirements.

Question 15

Current recommendations for good nutrition should only be part of the director's knowledge base.

Question 16

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that breast-fed babies do not need supplementary foods until six months of age.

Question 17

Creating a safe environment should be a top priority in any setting for groups of children.

Question 18

Children should participate as much as possible in the routines of mealtimes.

Question 19

You should always keep parents informed about their children's food intake.

Question 20

If a new food is to be introduced to the children, they are more likely to try it if it is served along with a familiar food.

Question 21

MATCHING
a.environmental substances or foods that cause a reaction such as asthma, hives, or hay fever
b.recommended daily servings of food developed by the United States Department of Agriculture in 2010
c.provides child care centers with reimbursement for meals and the cost of preparation
d.several weekly plans that are rotated throughout the year
e.sets nutritional guidelines for food programs
allergens

Question 22

MATCHING
a.environmental substances or foods that cause a reaction such as asthma, hives, or hay fever
b.recommended daily servings of food developed by the United States Department of Agriculture in 2010
c.provides child care centers with reimbursement for meals and the cost of preparation
d.several weekly plans that are rotated throughout the year
e.sets nutritional guidelines for food programs
cyclic menus

Question 23

Which of the following is an appropriate suggestion for classroom nutrition education activities?

A)All of these answers.
B)Prepare a garden plot and grow vegetables.
C)Collect and sprout seeds in the classroom.
D)Make easy pizza.

Question 24

When planning food for infants and toddlers, caregivers should

A)consult with parents to avoid allergies or digestive upsets.
B)check a nutrition book.
C)rely upon their own experience.
D)consult a nutritionist.

Question 25

To educate children about good nutrition, teachers can

A)use words such as vitamins, protein, carbohydrates.
B)grow vegetables such as carrots, lettuce, or radishes.
C)display pictures of foods included in the food groups.
D)All of these answers.

Question 26

MATCHING
a.detailed plans for evacuating children and managing a disaster
b.recurring day-to-day activities involved in the upkeep of a school
c."there is adequate spacing between pieces of equipment" is a checklist item included under this heading
d."flashlight" is included in this checklist
e.telephoning the parents as soon as possible is part of this procedure
f.at least one day's supply of water is included in this plan
g.the driver of a vehicle must be properly licensed
h.date of injury is included on this form
i.institute practices that prevent future illnesses
j.pre-enrollment physical exam
k.protect against common childhood diseases
first aid kid

Question 27

If a center is open three to four hours, it should serve

A)a snack and lunch.
B)a midmorning snack.
C)two snacks.
D)only lunch.

Question 28

Pasta belongs in the __________ food group.

A)fruit
B)fats and oils
C)grains
D)sugar

Question 29

Teachers' responsibility for cleaning their classrooms should be

A)extensive because that cuts down the cost of a cleaning service.
B)limited to putting away materials and include the children.
C)clearly stated before hiring.
D)nonexistent because teachers should focus on the learning activities.

Question 30

MATCHING
a.environmental substances or foods that cause a reaction such as asthma, hives, or hay fever
b.recommended daily servings of food developed by the United States Department of Agriculture in 2010
c.provides child care centers with reimbursement for meals and the cost of preparation
d.several weekly plans that are rotated throughout the year
e.sets nutritional guidelines for food programs
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

Question 31

In order to increase the visual appeal of food, the cook can

A)vary the color of foods served.
B)add pieces of parsley.
C)chop the food.
D)use food coloring.

Question 32

MATCHING
a.detailed plans for evacuating children and managing a disaster
b.recurring day-to-day activities involved in the upkeep of a school
c."there is adequate spacing between pieces of equipment" is a checklist item included under this heading
d."flashlight" is included in this checklist
e.telephoning the parents as soon as possible is part of this procedure
f.at least one day's supply of water is included in this plan
g.the driver of a vehicle must be properly licensed
h.date of injury is included on this form
i.institute practices that prevent future illnesses
j.pre-enrollment physical exam
k.protect against common childhood diseases
disaster plans

Question 33

MATCHING
a.detailed plans for evacuating children and managing a disaster
b.recurring day-to-day activities involved in the upkeep of a school
c."there is adequate spacing between pieces of equipment" is a checklist item included under this heading
d."flashlight" is included in this checklist
e.telephoning the parents as soon as possible is part of this procedure
f.at least one day's supply of water is included in this plan
g.the driver of a vehicle must be properly licensed
h.date of injury is included on this form
i.institute practices that prevent future illnesses
j.pre-enrollment physical exam
k.protect against common childhood diseases
maintenance

Question 34

MATCHING
a.environmental substances or foods that cause a reaction such as asthma, hives, or hay fever
b.recommended daily servings of food developed by the United States Department of Agriculture in 2010
c.provides child care centers with reimbursement for meals and the cost of preparation
d.several weekly plans that are rotated throughout the year
e.sets nutritional guidelines for food programs
MyPlate Food Guidance System

Question 35

Accident management procedures include

A)a form signed by the parent authorizing emergency treatment.
B)isolating the injured child.
C)a doctor on call.
D)having a nurse immediately available.

Question 36

Which of the following is a way to include parents in food planning?

A)All of these answers.
B)Use a newsletter to keep the parents informed.
C)Form a partnership with the parents in planning choices.
D)Give the parents recipes of foods the children like.

Question 37

Which of the following should be used as a guideline when planning a menu?

A)All of these answers.
B)Work within the framework of the MyPlate Food Guidance system.
C)Choose foods that you can afford, even though children may not like it.
D)Consider dessert to be an integral part of the meal.

Question 38

MATCHING
a.detailed plans for evacuating children and managing a disaster
b.recurring day-to-day activities involved in the upkeep of a school
c."there is adequate spacing between pieces of equipment" is a checklist item included under this heading
d."flashlight" is included in this checklist
e.telephoning the parents as soon as possible is part of this procedure
f.at least one day's supply of water is included in this plan
g.the driver of a vehicle must be properly licensed
h.date of injury is included on this form
i.institute practices that prevent future illnesses
j.pre-enrollment physical exam
k.protect against common childhood diseases
outdoors

Question 39

One way to prevent injuries in the classrooms is to

A)have the director do a weekly check.
B)ask teachers to check a classroom other than their own.
C)observe the children as they move about the room.
D)ask a parent to check the classroom.

Question 40

MATCHING
a.environmental substances or foods that cause a reaction such as asthma, hives, or hay fever
b.recommended daily servings of food developed by the United States Department of Agriculture in 2010
c.provides child care centers with reimbursement for meals and the cost of preparation
d.several weekly plans that are rotated throughout the year
e.sets nutritional guidelines for food programs
Child and Adult Care Food Program

Question 41

MATCHING
a.detailed plans for evacuating children and managing a disaster
b.recurring day-to-day activities involved in the upkeep of a school
c."there is adequate spacing between pieces of equipment" is a checklist item included under this heading
d."flashlight" is included in this checklist
e.telephoning the parents as soon as possible is part of this procedure
f.at least one day's supply of water is included in this plan
g.the driver of a vehicle must be properly licensed
h.date of injury is included on this form
i.institute practices that prevent future illnesses
j.pre-enrollment physical exam
k.protect against common childhood diseases
health goal

Question 42

The grains section of the MyPlate contains __________.

Question 43

MATCHING
a.detailed plans for evacuating children and managing a disaster
b.recurring day-to-day activities involved in the upkeep of a school
c."there is adequate spacing between pieces of equipment" is a checklist item included under this heading
d."flashlight" is included in this checklist
e.telephoning the parents as soon as possible is part of this procedure
f.at least one day's supply of water is included in this plan
g.the driver of a vehicle must be properly licensed
h.date of injury is included on this form
i.institute practices that prevent future illnesses
j.pre-enrollment physical exam
k.protect against common childhood diseases
management of sick children

Question 44

__________ and __________ can be used instead of meat to provide needed protein.

Question 45

Every vehicle that is used to transport children should have __________ appropriate for the age level.

Question 46

MATCHING
a.detailed plans for evacuating children and managing a disaster
b.recurring day-to-day activities involved in the upkeep of a school
c."there is adequate spacing between pieces of equipment" is a checklist item included under this heading
d."flashlight" is included in this checklist
e.telephoning the parents as soon as possible is part of this procedure
f.at least one day's supply of water is included in this plan
g.the driver of a vehicle must be properly licensed
h.date of injury is included on this form
i.institute practices that prevent future illnesses
j.pre-enrollment physical exam
k.protect against common childhood diseases
infectious disease policy

Question 47

MATCHING
a.detailed plans for evacuating children and managing a disaster
b.recurring day-to-day activities involved in the upkeep of a school
c."there is adequate spacing between pieces of equipment" is a checklist item included under this heading
d."flashlight" is included in this checklist
e.telephoning the parents as soon as possible is part of this procedure
f.at least one day's supply of water is included in this plan
g.the driver of a vehicle must be properly licensed
h.date of injury is included on this form
i.institute practices that prevent future illnesses
j.pre-enrollment physical exam
k.protect against common childhood diseases
accident report

Question 48

Prevention of injuries on a playground begins with __________.

Question 49

MATCHING
a.detailed plans for evacuating children and managing a disaster
b.recurring day-to-day activities involved in the upkeep of a school
c."there is adequate spacing between pieces of equipment" is a checklist item included under this heading
d."flashlight" is included in this checklist
e.telephoning the parents as soon as possible is part of this procedure
f.at least one day's supply of water is included in this plan
g.the driver of a vehicle must be properly licensed
h.date of injury is included on this form
i.institute practices that prevent future illnesses
j.pre-enrollment physical exam
k.protect against common childhood diseases
transportation

Question 50

If a child care center is open nine hours or more, food service should constitute __________ of the daily requirement.

Question 51

Describe some things caregivers can do to create an atmosphere in which children will be encouraged to eat.

Question 52

A study done at Baylor University that allowed children to serve their own portions of food found that __________.

Question 53

When a child is injured, even if it is minor and doesn't require medical attention, __________.

Question 54

MATCHING
a.detailed plans for evacuating children and managing a disaster
b.recurring day-to-day activities involved in the upkeep of a school
c."there is adequate spacing between pieces of equipment" is a checklist item included under this heading
d."flashlight" is included in this checklist
e.telephoning the parents as soon as possible is part of this procedure
f.at least one day's supply of water is included in this plan
g.the driver of a vehicle must be properly licensed
h.date of injury is included on this form
i.institute practices that prevent future illnesses
j.pre-enrollment physical exam
k.protect against common childhood diseases
immunizations

Question 55

In order to encourage children to try a new food, it helps to __________.

Question 56

MyPlate recommends __________ servings of vegetables and __________ servings of fruit.

Question 57

In order to assess children's health status, many schools require __________.

Question 58

MATCHING
a.detailed plans for evacuating children and managing a disaster
b.recurring day-to-day activities involved in the upkeep of a school
c."there is adequate spacing between pieces of equipment" is a checklist item included under this heading
d."flashlight" is included in this checklist
e.telephoning the parents as soon as possible is part of this procedure
f.at least one day's supply of water is included in this plan
g.the driver of a vehicle must be properly licensed
h.date of injury is included on this form
i.institute practices that prevent future illnesses
j.pre-enrollment physical exam
k.protect against common childhood diseases
accident management

Question 59

A disaster plan should include __________ for exiting the school.

Question 60

What is the rationale for having cyclical menu planning?

Question 61

What is the caregiver's role in children's food intake?

Question 62

What are the optimum conditions for storing food?

Question 63

What measures should be taken when children are transported to school by bus?

Question 64

What is the responsibility of a child care center when children bring their own lunches from home?

Question 65

Where should first aid supplies be kept?

Question 66

Describe standard procedures for accident management.

Question 67

How much should teachers be involved in routine cleanup procedures?

Question 68

NAEYC suggests ways to help children who have experienced a natural disaster or violence in their communities either directly or through coverage by the news media.What are the strategies?

Question 69

Name the allergens to which some children may be sensitive.