HSAN- Health, Safety, and Nutrition ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT Answers

HSAN- Health, Safety, and Nutrition
ACTUAL Exam Questions and CORRECT
Answers
Isolation Area - CORRECT ANSWER - Designated area for a child who becomes ill at the
facility, which must be away from the other, healthy children


communicable disease - CORRECT ANSWER - disease that can be spread from one
person to another


clean - CORRECT ANSWER - to remove dirt, debris, and germs by scrubbing and
washing with soap (or detergent) and water. The process does not necessarily kill germs, but
lowers the risk of spreading infection


appetite - CORRECT ANSWER - desire to eat



impermeable surfaces - CORRECT ANSWER - A surface that is resistant to water,
chemicals, and other fluids. These surfaces are required in areas such as changing stations,
playpens, cots, and sleeping mats


sanitize - CORRECT ANSWER - The process of destroying or reducing organisms to a
safe level; including properly cleaned equipment and surfaces, such as sinks and sleep mats.


vaccine - CORRECT ANSWER - a product that protects an individual from contracting an
infectious disease by stimulating their immune system


Nutrition - CORRECT ANSWER - the processes by which a person, animal, or plant takes
in and utilizes food substances


Health - CORRECT ANSWER - the total well-being of a person- including the physical,
mental, and social self- in the absence of disease or other abnormal conditions

,Immunizations - CORRECT ANSWER - the process of administering a vaccine to make
an individual protected from contracting an infectious disease


Disinfect - CORRECT ANSWER - to kill germs on surfaces or objects by using chemicals.
This process does not necessarily clean dirty surfaces or remove all germs, but by killing germs
on a surface after cleaning, it can further lower the risk of spreading infection


safety hazards - CORRECT ANSWER - things in the environment that can be identified as
dangerous to one's health and welfare


evacuation plan - CORRECT ANSWER - procedures for getting children and staff out of a
building; applied during fire drills and other emergency situations


characteristics of a healthy environment that promote good health practices - CORRECT
ANSWER - -clean work and play areas
-proper hygiene practices
-implementation and routine practice of a written health policy


written health policies - CORRECT ANSWER - -should be accesible to all staff
-at hire, employees should be given a copy
-rules should be posted and given to families
-important to make sure everyone follows the same rules and to ensure staff and parents are
aware of procedures


key point - CORRECT ANSWER - establishing and following a written policy is an
effective way of maintaining a safe and healthy child care program


characteristics of a healthy child - CORRECT ANSWER - -good appetite
-good appearance/hygiene

,-good activity level
(use all five senses when checking for signs of wellness and/or illness; a single red eyelid may
not mean pink eye and needs a comprehensive observation)


using sight to observe a child - CORRECT ANSWER - look at the child's complexion;
observe for signs of pain or discomfort, such as limping, droopy eyes, or a runny nose


using sound to observe a child - CORRECT ANSWER - listen to how the child is
breathing, or if they are coughing or sniffling; listen to their words about how they are feeling


using touch to observe a child - CORRECT ANSWER - does the child feel warm to the
touch; does the child flinch away when you touch them


using smell to observe a child - CORRECT ANSWER - pay attention to how the child
smells; for example, their breath


characteristics of a good appetite - CORRECT ANSWER - -can eat an appropriate amount
of food at meal times
-will consume a variety of foods
-is interested in eating
-appears content after meals and snacks


characteristics of good appearance - CORRECT ANSWER - -has clear, bright eyes
-has clear skin
-has age-appropriate muscles
-gains steadily in height and body weight


characteristics of good activity in a child - CORRECT ANSWER - -has plenty of energy
(not hyperactive)
-is alert

, -sleeps soundly
-has few aches and pains


three A's of a healthy child - CORRECT ANSWER - -Appetite
-Appearance
-Activity
(emotional, social, and mental health factors should also be considered)


emotionally healthy child - CORRECT ANSWER - child that usually reflects happy,
cheerful feelings


socially healthy child - CORRECT ANSWER - child that is friendly most of the time,
interacts with other children, and enjoys quiet activities that require concentration


mentally healthy child - CORRECT ANSWER - child that is interested in new
experiences, and is usually confident and adaptable


special needs children - CORRECT ANSWER - children who have medical, physical,
emotional, or behavioral conditions that delay or affect development
(ask parents the signs of well-bring their child displays every day so need for medical attention
can be identified; special needs can be long-term or short term illnesses)


examples of short-term vs long-term illnesses - CORRECT ANSWER - -ear infection vs
hearing loss
-a common cold vs asthma
-sprained ankle vs foot deformity
-distress over a fight with another child vs depression caused by a significant life event


signs to observe in daily behavior health check of a child - CORRECT ANSWER --
general mood (unusually quiet, irritable, drowsy, or restless)