At what age should infants begin to receive their first series of immunizations?
a. 2 months
b. 4 months
c. 8 months
d. 12 months
Question 2The difference between performance and competence is a measure of intelligence.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Question 3Universal infection control precautions require the teacher to:
a. wear disposable gloves when handling items contaminated with body fluids
b. administer first aid (without gloves) and then wash hands carefully
c. disinfect hands with sanitizing gels
d. call for professional assistance with cleanup
Question 4Written permission should be obtained for the administration of which of the following medications?
a. prescription drugs
b. over-the-counter cough medicines
c. children's ibuprofen or motrin
d. all answers are correct
Question 5Infants develop the capacity for social interaction after the first year.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
Question 6Giardiasis is a communicable illness that is transmitted:
a. through direct and indirect contact with infected fecal material
b. during coughs and sneezes
c. by drinking out of someone else's glass
d. through contact with the fur of infected dogs and cats
Question 7A child is most contagious during the:
a. incubation stage
b. incubation and prodromal stages
c. acute and convalescent stages
d. acute stage
Question 8The single most effective control measure against the spread of communicable illness is:
a. keeping children indoors during cold or inclement weather
b. thorough hand washing
c. disinfecting all surfaces (e.g. tables, toys, sink handles)
d. excluding children when they are sick