09 Apr ECEA 300 Child Health, Safety and Nutrition
Part 1 Think Deeper
1. Describe the Determinants of Health as listed in Figure 8-1 on page 243.
2. Why is it important to complete a health evaluation before a child starts an Early Childhood Education program? (Page 261)
a. What is a health evaluation?
b. Is it also important to complete ongoing assessments including daily health checks and continual observation? Why?
c. What specific information should be included in a daily health check? (Page 285)
3. Is health information personal and private? Should health information be obtained respectfully, used appropriately, and managed confidentially? (Page 262)
4. The authors in the textbook state that an individual’s race, culture, and ethnic background influences how they perceive health and illness, and that health disparity exists. What can an educator do to provide a family with support to promote health and well-being? (Page 255)
Ways to promote health and well being
What can be done?
Recognize stereotype and prejudice
Promoting acceptance in the classroom
Supporting families who do not speak English
5. Why is it important to encourage caregivers to complete hearing and vision screening and daily health checks for their child? (Page 281)
6. There are several classroom practices for controlling the spread of disease including hand washing, conducting daily health checks, and cleaning and sanitizing. Sanitary practices are especially important when diapering and toileting. As an educator, a large portion of your day is spent diapering and assisting with toileting. As a result, there are many opportunities for germs that pose severe health risks to spread in a childcare facility. Like handwashing, when diapering and toileting are done correctly, the spread of germs and illness decreases, resulting in better health for all. (Page 298)
Read: HealthLink BC- Tips for Diapering a Newborn Baby
https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/pregnancy-parenting/parenting-babies-0-12-months/newborns/tips-diapering-newborn-baby
Describe important sanitary and safety practices when diapering and toileting. (Page 301)
7. Common childhood infections are caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, or parasites. Each infection has its own set of characteristics with respect to mode of transmission, symptoms, and incubation period. Describe the symptoms of common diseases. Children born in other countries who immigrate or are adopted here can have a higher risk of certain infections. These children should have appropriate immunizations and health assessments
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