Baby Basics: Bathing

Newborn babies should be bathed daily.

• True

• False

Which of the following supplies should a baby’s ears be cleaned with?

• Cotton balls

• Wash cloth

• Just water

• Cotton swab

According to the presentation, which of the following scenarios is a good time to bathe a baby?

• If the baby is hungry

• Before a nap

• After a nap

• Right after the baby has been fed

Which of the following is NOT a safety mechanism for a bathtub?

• Thermometers

• Non-slip surface

• Contoured support

• Water limit indicator

Which of the following is the correct level of water a tub should be filled with for older babies?

• Two to three inches

• Four inches

• One inch

• Four to five inches

According to the presentation, which of the following supplies are NOT needed to bathe a baby?

• Cotton balls

• Lotion

• Adult shampoo

• Diaper

A bath __________ is adequate for a baby

• Everyday

• Every other day

• Two to three times a week

• Once a week

How should the babies eyes be cleaned?

• Placing baby’s face in the water for a brief moment then using a washcloth on the eyes

• With a cotton ball sweeping across the eye from the inside to the outside

• Using the end of a cotton swab on each eye from the outside

• Baby’s eyes do not need to be cleaned

Which of the following is NOT a benefit of bath time?

• Inducing hunger

• Allowing play time

• Inducing sleep

• Providing quality time

Water heaters should be set to NOT exceed __________ to prevent scalding.

• 90°F (32°C)

• 100°F (38°C)

• 110°F (43°C)

• 120°F (49°C)