2025 DCF 40 HOURS CHILD CARE {HSAN} HEALTH ,
SAFETY , AND NUTRITION EXAM 2025 FINAL
EXAM(100%CORRECT ANSWERS)GRADED A+
An emotionally healthy child - ANSWER -usually reflects happy,
cheerful feelings.
A socially healthy child - ANSWER -is friendly most of the time,
interacts with other children, and enjoys quiet activities that require
concentration.
A mentally healthy child - ANSWER -is interested in new
experiences, and is usually confident and adaptable.
The three A's of a healthy child are: - ANSWER -Appetite,
Appearance, and Activity.
The term "special needs" - ANSWER -refers to children who have
medical, physical, emotional, or behavioral conditions that delay or
affect development.
Short term illness - ANSWER -requires special attention for a brief
period of time.
Sick Child - ANSWER --Weepy or red eyes
-Sores, unusual spots, or rashes
-Looks tired
-Poor appetite
-Appears distressed
Healthy Child - ANSWER --Clear, bright eyes
-Clear skin
-Active
-Typical growth and weight gain
-Appears happy/content
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,When making a health assessment it is important to observe a child's -
ANSWER -behavior, face, and body characteristics
Daily health checks are a good way of - ANSWER -preventing,
identifying, and controlling illness in a child care environment.
The main goals are - ANSWER -to know the children in your care and
to provide good care.
Daily health checks will help you - ANSWER -know your children's
routine behavior, reduce the spread of infection, draw attention to
children with obvious signs of illness, and foster good communication
with parents.
The (Behavior) signs to observe in a daily health check - ANSWER --
General mood (unusually quiet, irritable, drowsy, or restless)
-Unusual behavior
-Activity level
-Breathing difficulties (labored)
-Severe coughing or sneezing
-Hoarseness
The (Physical) signs to observe in a daily health check - ANSWER --
Skin color (flushed or pale, dry or clammy, hot)
-Unusual spots, rashes
-Swelling or bruises
-Sores
-Discharge from nose, ears, eyes
-Eyes red, irritated, sensitive to light
Other signs observed in children as part of a daily health check -
ANSWER --Fever (over 101oF, taken orally)
-Vomiting (all, or even part, of food consumed recently)
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,-Bowel movement changes (changes in color, odor, frequency)
-Pain (screaming, crying, head-rolling)
-Skin Marks (rashes, bruises)
A daily health checklist - ANSWER -is beneficial to caregivers
because it helps track patterns that alert caregivers to warning signs.
It is important to remember - ANSWER --Daily health checks are
essential for ensuring the health of children in care
-Children's health records are confidential
Fever - ANSWER -may be a warning sign that the body has an
infection and needs treatment before the infection can become
harmful.
You should take a child's temperature when the child is displaying
symptoms such as: - ANSWER --Warm or hot to the touch
-Sweating more than usual
-Flushed appearance
-Sleepiness
-Unusual breathing
-Poor appetite
-May be more thirsty than usual
We know a child has a fever by taking the child's temperature -
ANSWER -under the arm and getting a reading of 100 degrees F
-under the tongue and getting a reading of 101 degrees F
Remember, as child care professionals, - ANSWER -our job is to
identify possible signs, NOT to diagnose.
Signs of Dehydration - ANSWER --Dry to very dry mouth
-Little or no tears when crying
-Less active than usual, or very fussy
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, -Infant will wet less than six diapers a day; a child will make fewer
trips to the restroom than he/she normally does
Signs of Severe Dehydration - ANSWER --Eyes will appear to be
sunken
-Hands and feet will be cool and blotchy
-Pulse may seem weak and fast
-Child will not urinate for hours
The steps to prevent dehydration are dependent on the child's
symptoms, and can include: - ANSWER –
-For mild diarrhea, do not give milk; it has a high concentration of
minerals and salt, which could be dangerous to a child with diarrhea.
-For vomiting, stop giving solid food, and give water at thirty- to
sixty-minute intervals.
-For both diarrhea and vomiting, stop the child's normal diet and
discuss with parents.
-Do not give a child sports drinks or any other similar drinks made for
adults.
In cases of diarrhea or vomiting - ANSWER –
-make sure you monitor the child's food and drink intake so you can
relay this information to parents or a health care provider.
-Take and record the child's temperature in short, regular intervals.
-Write observations about bowel movement frequency, color, and
characteristics. -Lastly, ensure you are in early and frequent
communication with the child's parents.
Heat exhaustion - ANSWER -can occur when someone is exposed to
high temperatures and strenuous physical activity. Without prompt
treatment, heat exhaustion can lead to heat stroke, which is life
threatening.
Heat exhaustion symptoms - ANSWER –
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SAFETY , AND NUTRITION EXAM 2025 FINAL
EXAM(100%CORRECT ANSWERS)GRADED A+
An emotionally healthy child - ANSWER -usually reflects happy,
cheerful feelings.
A socially healthy child - ANSWER -is friendly most of the time,
interacts with other children, and enjoys quiet activities that require
concentration.
A mentally healthy child - ANSWER -is interested in new
experiences, and is usually confident and adaptable.
The three A's of a healthy child are: - ANSWER -Appetite,
Appearance, and Activity.
The term "special needs" - ANSWER -refers to children who have
medical, physical, emotional, or behavioral conditions that delay or
affect development.
Short term illness - ANSWER -requires special attention for a brief
period of time.
Sick Child - ANSWER --Weepy or red eyes
-Sores, unusual spots, or rashes
-Looks tired
-Poor appetite
-Appears distressed
Healthy Child - ANSWER --Clear, bright eyes
-Clear skin
-Active
-Typical growth and weight gain
-Appears happy/content
pg. 1
,When making a health assessment it is important to observe a child's -
ANSWER -behavior, face, and body characteristics
Daily health checks are a good way of - ANSWER -preventing,
identifying, and controlling illness in a child care environment.
The main goals are - ANSWER -to know the children in your care and
to provide good care.
Daily health checks will help you - ANSWER -know your children's
routine behavior, reduce the spread of infection, draw attention to
children with obvious signs of illness, and foster good communication
with parents.
The (Behavior) signs to observe in a daily health check - ANSWER --
General mood (unusually quiet, irritable, drowsy, or restless)
-Unusual behavior
-Activity level
-Breathing difficulties (labored)
-Severe coughing or sneezing
-Hoarseness
The (Physical) signs to observe in a daily health check - ANSWER --
Skin color (flushed or pale, dry or clammy, hot)
-Unusual spots, rashes
-Swelling or bruises
-Sores
-Discharge from nose, ears, eyes
-Eyes red, irritated, sensitive to light
Other signs observed in children as part of a daily health check -
ANSWER --Fever (over 101oF, taken orally)
-Vomiting (all, or even part, of food consumed recently)
pg. 2
,-Bowel movement changes (changes in color, odor, frequency)
-Pain (screaming, crying, head-rolling)
-Skin Marks (rashes, bruises)
A daily health checklist - ANSWER -is beneficial to caregivers
because it helps track patterns that alert caregivers to warning signs.
It is important to remember - ANSWER --Daily health checks are
essential for ensuring the health of children in care
-Children's health records are confidential
Fever - ANSWER -may be a warning sign that the body has an
infection and needs treatment before the infection can become
harmful.
You should take a child's temperature when the child is displaying
symptoms such as: - ANSWER --Warm or hot to the touch
-Sweating more than usual
-Flushed appearance
-Sleepiness
-Unusual breathing
-Poor appetite
-May be more thirsty than usual
We know a child has a fever by taking the child's temperature -
ANSWER -under the arm and getting a reading of 100 degrees F
-under the tongue and getting a reading of 101 degrees F
Remember, as child care professionals, - ANSWER -our job is to
identify possible signs, NOT to diagnose.
Signs of Dehydration - ANSWER --Dry to very dry mouth
-Little or no tears when crying
-Less active than usual, or very fussy
pg. 3
, -Infant will wet less than six diapers a day; a child will make fewer
trips to the restroom than he/she normally does
Signs of Severe Dehydration - ANSWER --Eyes will appear to be
sunken
-Hands and feet will be cool and blotchy
-Pulse may seem weak and fast
-Child will not urinate for hours
The steps to prevent dehydration are dependent on the child's
symptoms, and can include: - ANSWER –
-For mild diarrhea, do not give milk; it has a high concentration of
minerals and salt, which could be dangerous to a child with diarrhea.
-For vomiting, stop giving solid food, and give water at thirty- to
sixty-minute intervals.
-For both diarrhea and vomiting, stop the child's normal diet and
discuss with parents.
-Do not give a child sports drinks or any other similar drinks made for
adults.
In cases of diarrhea or vomiting - ANSWER –
-make sure you monitor the child's food and drink intake so you can
relay this information to parents or a health care provider.
-Take and record the child's temperature in short, regular intervals.
-Write observations about bowel movement frequency, color, and
characteristics. -Lastly, ensure you are in early and frequent
communication with the child's parents.
Heat exhaustion - ANSWER -can occur when someone is exposed to
high temperatures and strenuous physical activity. Without prompt
treatment, heat exhaustion can lead to heat stroke, which is life
threatening.
Heat exhaustion symptoms - ANSWER –
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