Child Care Quiz

Which does not require emergency care?

• a scraped knee

• a broken bone

• serious bleeding

• serious burns

Why might toddlers enjoy using toy lawn mowers, baby strollers, or vacuum cleaners?

• Toddlers are expected to help with chores.

• Toddlers’ social needs are met by these activities.

• Toddlers are too mature for teddy bears and dolls.

• Toddlers like to imitate what the adults around them do.

How do you burp an infant?

• Rub her stomach.

• Gently bounce him up and down.

• Hold his head on your shoulder and pat his back.

• Move her legs in a cycling motion.

What are some common causes of falls and injuries?

• broken toys and stairways

• plastic bags and unlocked doors

• electrical outlets and unattended changing tables

• all of the above

What can you do to make children feel at ease with you?

• Give lots of hugs and kisses.

• Sit at eye level with them when interacting with them.

• Help young children talk by finishing sentences for them.

• Speak in loud, excited tones.

What can a babysitter do to comfort a crying toddler when the parents leave?

• Tell the toddler to grow up and stop crying.

• Ignore the child until the crying stops.

• Redirect the toddler by drawing attention to a favorite toy.

• Offer candy to the child.

What should a babysitter do if there is smoke or a fire?

• Immediately go to the phone and call 9-1-1.

• Get water or a fire extinguisher to put the fire out.

• Get everyone to a room away from the smoke or fire and lock the door.

• Get everyone safely away from the fire, then call 9-1-1.

For what needs do infants usually cry?

• sleep, food, comfort, attention

• not enough sunlight in the nursery

• too many toys in the room

• limited selection of bedtime stories

Which is not an example of childproofing?

• Tell a child, “No!” when he or she goes near something dangerous.

• Put covers on electrical outlets.

• Block stairs with a safety gate.

• Lock up dangerous substances.