Characteristics of a healthy environment that promote good health practices include: -
clean work and play areas
-proper hygiene practices
-implementation and routine practice of written health policy
Why should policies be written? -to ensure parents and child care professionals are aware
of procedures
-to make sure everyone follow the same rules
Appetite -will consume a variety of foods
-is interested in eating
-appears content after meals and snacks
Appearance - has bright, clear eyes
-gains steadily in height and body weight
- has clear skin
-has age appropriate muscles
, HSAN Questions With Solutions
Activity -has plenty of energy
-is alert
-sleeps soundly
-has few aches and pains
examples of short-term illnesses -a common cold vs. asthma
-ear infection vs. hearing loss
-a sprained ankle vs. foot deformity
-distress over a fight with another child vs. a depression caused by a significant life event
Behavior -general mood (unusually quiet, irritable, drowsy or restless)
-unusual behavior
-activity level
breathing difficulties
- severe coughing
or sneezing
-hoarseness