Yes – there is a chickenpox (varicella) vaccine which is 98% effective. It is given to kids between the ages of 12 and 15 months with a booster between ages 4 and 6.

No – there is no vaccine available for chickenpox.

Chickenpox can only be prevented by avoiding contact with infected individuals.

Chickenpox is preventable only in adults, not in children.

Pulling at the ears, crying/fussing, fever, clumsiness/balance issues, trouble sleeping, fluid coming from the ear, etc.

Sneezing, itchy eyes, runny nose, and coughing only

Rash on the skin, joint pain, and hair loss

Swollen ankles, chest pain, and frequent urination

Very common – 5 out of 6 will get one before their third birthday.

Rare – Only 1 out of 10 will get one before their third birthday.

Uncommon – 1 out of 6 will get one before their third birthday.

Not common – Less than 1 out of 20 will get one before their third birthday.

Itchy/inflamed scalp, lice eggs (nits), nymphs (baby lice)

Headache and fever, dry mouth

Swollen feet, blurred vision

Coughing and sneezing

Medicated shampoo/cream/lotion/special rinse for the hair, use a fine-toothed comb, wash household items like sheets and towels.

Taking antibiotics and drinking plenty of water.

Applying sunscreen and wearing a hat.

Using cold compresses and taking painkillers.

It’s a contagious, bacterial skin infection caused by staph or strep bacteria.

It’s a viral infection that affects the respiratory system.

It’s a genetic disorder that causes muscle weakness.

It’s a fungal infection of the nails.

It’s a contagious, itching skin disease caused by a fungus.

It’s a type of bacterial infection that affects the lungs.

It’s a viral disease that causes fever and cough.

It’s an allergic reaction to insect bites.

Chicken pox (varicella), flu (influenza), hepatitis A, meningitis (viral or bacterial), mumps, whooping cough (pertussis)

Common cold, measles, asthma, eczema, hay fever

Chicken pox (varicella), measles, polio, asthma, eczema

Flu (influenza), hepatitis A, hay fever, mumps, eczema

Conjunctivitis is a viral or bacterial inflammation of the conjunctiva, which are the membranes covering the white parts of the eye.

Pink eye is a genetic disorder affecting the retina.

Pink eye is a type of glaucoma that increases eye pressure.

Pink eye is a fungal infection of the cornea.

It’s an infection of the upper airway that sounds like a barking cough. It is caused by a swelling of the vocal chords.

It’s a type of skin rash caused by an allergic reaction.

It’s a digestive disorder that affects the stomach lining.

It’s a bone disease that weakens the bones.

Keep the baby calm, use a humidifier, fluids, elevate the head

Give antibiotics and aspirin

Restrict fluids and keep the baby active

Apply ice packs and avoid humidifiers

Check – for anything unsafe at the scene, Call – for help (911), Care – give care until help arrives (such as CPR)

Check – for injuries, Call – for a doctor, Care – give water to the injured person

Check – for breathing, Call – for a nurse, Care – give food to the patient

Check – for medical history, Call – for family, Care – give medication immediately

Alternate 5 back blows with 5 chest blows and repeat until the item is dislodged or help arrives or the infant needs CPR.

Give the infant water to help swallow the object.

Try to remove the object with your fingers if you can see it.

Lay the infant down and wait for them to stop coughing.

The Heimlich maneuver – wrap arms around child from the back, make a fist and place above belly button, grab fist with other hand and give upward thrusts, keep delivering thrusts until item is dislodged.

Give the child water to drink and wait for them to cough it out.

Pat the child on the head and tell them to calm down.

Lay the child down flat and press on their chest gently.

For a baby you use 2 fingers and press down just 1 ½ inches.

For a baby you use the heel of one hand and press down 2 inches.

For a child you use 2 fingers and press down just 1 inch.

For a child you use both hands and press down just 1 ½ inches.

No

Yes, always

Only if they are crying

Only if they are sleeping

Social Interaction, Communication, Behavior

Memory, Attention, Motor Skills

Vision, Hearing, Taste

Physical Growth, Sleep Patterns, Diet

Significant language delays, social and communication challenges, unusual behaviors/interests. Some people with autism also have intellectual disabilities.

Frequent mood swings, excessive energy, and hyperactivity.

Persistent sadness, loss of interest in activities, and sleep disturbances.

Sudden onset of tics, repetitive movements, and vocalizations.

Mild form of autism, characterized by unusual behaviors and social challenges. Usually do not have language impairments or intellectual disability. May have highly developed skills/language.

Severe intellectual disability with significant language impairment and lack of social interaction.

Complete absence of communication skills and no repetitive behaviors.

Only physical symptoms such as muscle weakness and no social or behavioral challenges.

The cause of autism is unknown. Possibly a combination of genetic and environmental factors increases the risk.

Autism is caused solely by poor parenting.

Autism is caused by eating certain foods.

Autism is caused by watching too much television.

Boys

Girls

Non-binary

Women

Early intervention raises IQ, improves social interaction, and improves language ability. Better long-term outcomes.

It prevents all physical disabilities associated with autism.

It guarantees that the child will not need any support in adulthood.

It eliminates the need for any further medical evaluation.

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder

Attention-Deficit/Hypersensitivity Disorder

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactive Disease

Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Dysfunction

Problems paying attention, Being very active, Acting before thinking (being impulsive).

High blood pressure, Frequent headaches, Blurred vision.

Joint pain, Swelling, Redness.

Coughing, Sneezing, Runny nose.

Children with learning disabilities usually have average to above average intelligence, but their brain processes information differently.

Children with learning disabilities usually have below average intelligence compared to their peers.

Children with learning disabilities always have superior intelligence to their peers.

Children with learning disabilities have no measurable intelligence differences from their peers.

Individualized Education Program

International Education Policy

Integrated Education Plan

Institutional Evaluation Process

Children who are eligible for special education and related services.

All children in public schools.

Only children who have perfect attendance.

Children who excel in sports.

It describes the child’s needs and what the public school system will provide (for free). It states who will be in charge for different aspects of the child’s program.

It provides a list of extracurricular activities available to all students.

It determines the school’s annual budget and spending priorities.

It outlines the lunch menu options for the school year.

1. School 2. Extra-curricular activities 3. World news 4. Illness/death of a loved one 5. Being separated from caregiver

1. Unlimited playtime 2. Eating ice cream 3. Going on vacation 4. Watching cartoons 5. Getting gifts

1. Having too many toys 2. Winning a prize 3. Attending a birthday party 4. Sleeping early 5. Reading comics

1. Visiting amusement parks 2. Playing with friends 3. Getting good grades 4. Celebrating holidays 5. Going to the zoo

Children will pick up on their parents’ anxieties and this will cause them to stress/worry.

It will help children sleep better at night.

Children will always behave better if parents are stressed.

Parents will never get tired if they are aware of their stress.

Poorer school performance, low school retention, more likely to be unemployed or in part-time employment, increased risk for sexual and physical abuse, other answers will vary.

Higher income, better health, increased educational opportunities.

Early retirement, frequent international travel, high job satisfaction.

Guaranteed access to higher education, improved social status, increased wealth.

Anxiety disorders, ADHD, depression.

Schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, OCD.

Autism, eating disorders, PTSD.

Tourette syndrome, conduct disorder, insomnia.

Biological factors (neurotransmitters), heredity/genetics, environmental stress, psychological factors/trauma, brain injuries, combination of these factors.

Lack of physical exercise only.

Eating too many sweets.

Watching television for long hours.

Medications, psychotherapy/counseling, creative therapies, combination.

Only through surgery.

By ignoring the symptoms.

With strict diet plans only.

Problems in adulthood such as alcohol/drug abuse, violent/self-destructive behavior, risk for suicide.

Improved academic performance and social skills.

Decreased risk of physical health problems.

Increased interest in extracurricular activities.

Failing to provide for a child's basic needs such as food, clothing, hygiene, or supervision.

Providing extra toys and gifts to a child.

Allowing a child to stay up late on weekends.

Encouraging a child to participate in sports.

Wearing clothing that is inappropriate for the weather, bad hygiene (not properly bathed, body odor), untreated injuries/illnesses, left alone or unsupervised, constantly tired, frequent tardies/absences in school, etc.

Having perfect attendance and always being on time.

Always wearing brand new clothes and having the latest gadgets.

Being overly talkative and participating in all school activities.