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2024 PSW ASSISTING THE FAMILY TEST REVIEW EXAM WITH CORRECT ANSWERS
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2024 PSW ASSISTING THE FAMILYTEST REVIEW EXAM WITH
CORRECT ANSWERS
growth - CORRECT-ANSWERSrefers to the physical changes a person
experiences that can be measured and that occur in a steady and orderly
manner. ______________is measured by changes in height and weight, as well
as by changes in physical appearance and body functions.
development - CORRECT-ANSWERSrefers to changes in psychological and
social functioning. a person behaves and thinks in a certain ways at different
stages of development.
Ways to prevent choking in children - CORRECT-ANSWERS-always supervise
children when they eating. -do not prop bottles on a rolled towel or blanket. -
check for small objects such as coins, buttons, marbles, pins, and paper clips
laying on the floor, and remove them. Children can choke on them. -do not
allow children to blow balloons or put one in their mouth. Immodestly
dispose of any broken balloon pieces. -keep plastic bags and wrapping away
from children. - don't let them wear neck less, stings, cords, or other items
around their necks. -remove or tip up cords or drawstrings on all articles of
children's clothing. -keep cords from blinds, curtains, and drapes out of
children's reach. Make sure cribs and playpens are placed away from those
items. -Position infants on their backs for sleep. - make sure crib mattress fits
snug. -do not use pillows to position infants.- remove pillows, comforters,
quilts, sheepskin, stuff toys and other soft items from the crib. -always
supervise children who are in or near water. -Keep bathroom doors closed -
keep sinks, tubs, basins, and buckets empty. -keep diaper pail locked. -don't
leave children unattended in vehicle
Protecting children from burns - CORRECT-ANSWERS-don't drink or carry hot
liquids near infants and children. - don't heat a baby bottle or food in
microwave oven. Always shake the bottle or stir the food and test the
temperature before giving to the baby. -keep hot foods or liquids away from
counter and table edges where children can reach them. -avoid using
tablecloths or placemats that can be pulled down by a child. -always test the
temperature of the bathwater before bathing a child. Position the child facing
away from water faucets, and don't let children touch faucet handles. -never
leave a live extension cord lying around. -put safety plugs in all unused
electrical outlets. -keep pot handles pointed toward the back of the stove.
, Use back burners on the stove rather than front whenever possible, when
children are around. Turn off the stove and the burners when they are not in
use. -don't let very young children help you cook on the stove. -don't let
electrical cord from irons, coffee pots, toasters, and so on hang down where
children could pull on them.- don't let children play near hot stoves, space
heaters, fireplaces, and other heat sources.
Ways to prevent accidental poisoning - CORRECT-ANSWERS-read the labels
on all household products before buying them, and try to use the least toxic
ones. -lock up all medicines and harmful substances. -do not rely on
childproof container lids. -keep medicines, pesticides, and even detergents in
their original containers. -never refer to any kind of medicine as sweets. -
never let children play with chipped or flaking paint.
Examples of materials found in the home that are toxic to children -
CORRECT-ANSWERS-Household cleaning products -pills and medicines -
cosmetics -household plants -paint thinner and paint remover, gasoline,
paraffin, and metal polishes -pesticides
Family situations that must be reported - CORRECT-ANSWERS-violent
behaviour of a family member -frequent visit by strangers who seem to make
members of the household fearful or uneasy -suspected drug abuse -
excessive drinking as evidenced by liquor bottles hidden throughout the
house or the Childs parent or caregivers being inebriated -electricity, heat, or
water turned off -sever shortage of food or clothing -illness of a child that has
been unreported to you -sudden departure of caregiver - unexpected return
of a family member
Top five reason children miss school or child care - CORRECT-ANSWERS-
Colds -stomach flu -ear infection -pink eye -sore throat
Adult's average number of colds per year - CORRECT-ANSWERS2 to 4
Children typically experience ___ to ____ colds per year. - CORRECT-
ANSWERS6 to 10
Prevention of childhood infections - CORRECT-ANSWERS-Hand wash for 15
seconds, sing happy birthday 2 times-alcohol based hand sanitizers come in
disposable wipes or gel form, require no water and help keep hands clean
the moro reflex - CORRECT-ANSWERSoccurs when an infant is frightened by
a loud noise or a sudden movement. the arms are thrown apart, the legs
extend and the head is thrown back.
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