Exam 7: Creating High-Quality Environments

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What hazards are associated with the use of wading pools or other forms of water play, including sprinklers and water tables?

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Any amount of water presents a drowning hazard for young children and must, therefore, be supervised at all times. At least one adult on site should be CPR certified. Water can also harbor and contribute to the spread of some communicable illnesses, such as giardiasis and cryptosporidiosis (if water is swallowed); wading pools must always be monitored/supervised continuously, disinfected daily, and emptied when children are finished playing.

Research has demonstrated that a positive relationship exists between high-quality child care and:

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What types of health and safety records should early childhood programs maintain and keep on file?

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Records that programs should keep on file include children's health assessments and developmental profiles, notarized emergency contact information, adult health assessments, fire and storm drills, accident and injury incidences, daily health observations, and attendance.

Child-sized furniture:

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Rooms occupied by young children should always have at least two exits.

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Participation in NAEYC's accreditation program is ____________________.

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Hot water temperatures should not exceed ____________________°F.

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Teachers who enjoy good health are better able to cope with the rigorous physical and emotional demands of caring for young children.

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High teacher turnover rates have a ____________________ effect on children's development.

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Swings and trampolines:

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When families obtain lists of openings from a resource and referral agency, they can be assured the programs reflect a high standard of care.

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Creating and maintaining safe environments for children requires continuous attention and, in some cases, additional expense. Why is it important that teachers devote time and effort to this task?

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To function properly, children's safety seats must:

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Group size is recognized as important for:

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Oven cleaners, charcoal lighter fluid, and weed killer are examples of substances that should:

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Licensing regulations:

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Small group size, teacher qualifications, and low teacher-child ratios are features associated with high-quality programs.

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Federal law requires that all early education facilities and programs be licensed.

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Using volunteer families to transport children on field trips is a safe and cost-saving option for programs.

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In general, families know how to identify high-quality early childhood or after-school programs.

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