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Why is it important to use more than one sense at a time to observe warning shings?
because you cannot make a complete observation based on 1 small detail
How are each of the senses used to observe a child: sight look at the child's complexion;
observer for signs of pain/discomfort. ex) limping, droopy eyes, runny nose.
How are each of the senses used to observe a child: Sound listen to how the child is
breathing; words of how the child feel.
How are each of the senses used to observe a child: Touch does the child feel warm; flinch
when touched
How are each of the senses used to observe a child:Smell pay attention to how the child
smell. ex) their breath
Emotionally healthy child usually reflects happy, cheerful feelings
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Socially healthy child friendly most of the time, interacts with other children, and enjoys
quiet activities that require concentration
Mentally healthy child is interested in new experiences, and is usually confident and
adaptable
Short term Vs. Long term illnesses - ear infection Vs. hearing loss
-common cold vs. asthma
-strained ankle vs. foot deformity
-distress over a fight with another child vs. depression caused by a significant life event
Daily health checks are a good way of_______ illness in a child care environment
preventing, identifying, and controlling
signs to observe in a daily health check fit into two categories: Behavior and physical
Behavior signs to observe in a daily healthy check includes: -general mood( unusually
quiet, irritable, drowsy/restless)
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-Unusual behavior
-activity level
-breathing difficulty
-severe coughing/sneezing
hoarseness
Physical signs to observer in a daily health check -skin color( flushed/pale, dry, clammy,
hot)
-unusual spots, rashes
-swelling/bruises, sores
-discharge from nose, ears, eyes
-eyes red, irritated, sensitive to light
other signs to observe in children as pare of a daily health check other than physical and behavior
signs include: -Fever (over 101F, taken orally, 100F under the armpit)
-vomiting
-bowel movement changes (changes in color, odor, frequency)
-pain( screaming, crying, head rolling)