PRS1023
Oct/Nov 2010
Question 1:
1.1 B 1.11 D 1.21 B
1.2 C 1.12 A 1.22 E
1.3 B 1.13 A 1.23 E
1.4 C 1.14 C 1.24 C
1.5 C 1.15 B 1.25 E
1.6 C 1.16 A (guessed) 1.26 D
1.7 E 1.17 B 1.27 E
1.8 C 1.18 C 1.28 A
1.9 D 1.19 E 1.29 E
1.10 C 1.20 C 1.30 B
Question 2:
2.1. (See chapter 1 of 8th edition)
Ensuring that the ECD centre has an effective health policy which incorporates the
health needs of the children and staff and which involves the parents and health team.
Having a thorough knowledge and understanding of the basic health problems which
may commonly affect the child and which may influence the organisation of the ECD
environment.
The teacher should be familiar with the growth and developmental characteristics of the
child from birth to 10 years of age so that he/she will be able to anticipate and prevent
health problems where possible and
To adequately meet the child’s special health needs.
The teacher must be able to identify common health problems and
Recognise the early symptoms of illness so that a referral can be made to the relevant
health professionals.
Maintain impeccable hygiene and safety standards to prevent health and safety
problems from developing in the ECD environment.
The teacher must be able to handle any emergency situations (accidents, injuries and
disasters) until more specialised help is available.
Cooperating with all members of the health team and serving as a link between the
child, parents and the health team.
Keeping accurate health records for all children at the centre
Ensuring that she/he is familiar with all legislation affecting children in ECD centres.
Keeping all information about each child and family confidential and only sharing this
with other teachers and /or other professionals on a “need to know” basis.
Being a good role-model for the children, parents and staff regarding healthy living.
Provide relevant health education for children, parents and staff.
Universal precautions in the ECD centre should be maintained.
Regular washing of hands of children and staff.
Serving nutritious meals.
Oct/Nov 2010
Question 1:
1.1 B 1.11 D 1.21 B
1.2 C 1.12 A 1.22 E
1.3 B 1.13 A 1.23 E
1.4 C 1.14 C 1.24 C
1.5 C 1.15 B 1.25 E
1.6 C 1.16 A (guessed) 1.26 D
1.7 E 1.17 B 1.27 E
1.8 C 1.18 C 1.28 A
1.9 D 1.19 E 1.29 E
1.10 C 1.20 C 1.30 B
Question 2:
2.1. (See chapter 1 of 8th edition)
Ensuring that the ECD centre has an effective health policy which incorporates the
health needs of the children and staff and which involves the parents and health team.
Having a thorough knowledge and understanding of the basic health problems which
may commonly affect the child and which may influence the organisation of the ECD
environment.
The teacher should be familiar with the growth and developmental characteristics of the
child from birth to 10 years of age so that he/she will be able to anticipate and prevent
health problems where possible and
To adequately meet the child’s special health needs.
The teacher must be able to identify common health problems and
Recognise the early symptoms of illness so that a referral can be made to the relevant
health professionals.
Maintain impeccable hygiene and safety standards to prevent health and safety
problems from developing in the ECD environment.
The teacher must be able to handle any emergency situations (accidents, injuries and
disasters) until more specialised help is available.
Cooperating with all members of the health team and serving as a link between the
child, parents and the health team.
Keeping accurate health records for all children at the centre
Ensuring that she/he is familiar with all legislation affecting children in ECD centres.
Keeping all information about each child and family confidential and only sharing this
with other teachers and /or other professionals on a “need to know” basis.
Being a good role-model for the children, parents and staff regarding healthy living.
Provide relevant health education for children, parents and staff.
Universal precautions in the ECD centre should be maintained.
Regular washing of hands of children and staff.
Serving nutritious meals.
