Exam Preview for 30986: Keeping Preschoolers Safe Throughout the Da

Keeping Preschoolers Safe Throughout the Day: Use Routines-Based Strategies

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1. Which of the following ideas is Injury prevention based on? Injuries happen, but there are things you can do to reduce them All injuries are preventable Injuries happen, so you need to know how to respond to them All injuries happen when we are not paying attention
2. What is the most frequent injury experienced by young children? Falls Poisoning Fire/burns Motor vehicle accidents
3. According to the presenter, which of the following is true? Accidents happen all the time Teachers cannot prevent injuries Children cannot prevent injuries There is no such thing as an accident
4. What is hazard mapping? Using a safety checklist to identify risks Identifying locations where injuries occur, determining how they occur, and developing a corrective action plan Drawing a map of hazards Notifying parents of injuries/incidents
5. According to the presenter, what is the first step to identify locations where injuries occur? Get an environmental assessment by a facilities expert Remove or prevent access to hazards Talk to families about the kind of hazards they are worried about Complete injury/incident reports
6. Once hazards are identified, what is the best thing to do? Tell children to avoid the area with the hazard Let the children play in the area but watch them more closely Ask the director what to do Start the process to repair or replace the hazardous item
7. Which of the following is part of active supervision and should be done all day? Plug protectors in electrical sockets Removal of items that cause choking Position staff Use safety checklists
8. What is the best way to prevent preschool injuries when using riding toys? Make sure preschoolers ride on a soft surface Require children to wear fitted helmets and safety gear Confine use of riding toys to certain times of day/weather None of the above
9. Which is NOT a good activity for a preschooler who doesn't sleep at nap time? Puzzles Quiet toys or books Blocks CD player with headphones and an audio book
10. What should you remember to do during toileting times for preschoolers? Disinfect areas after each use Ensure diaper/toileting supplies are stored safely Keep a hand on them while changing them (for children who are still learning to use the toilet) All of the above