Cavity Free Kids Distance Learning Test and Assignment Due by August 31st, 2017
Name: First and Last Position: Child Care Name: STARS Number: (required for STARS credit) Email: print clearly What type of child care: Are you a: Family/Home Child Care New Provider Center Child Care Experienced Provider School Age Care Preschool Program Number of years in profession: Other:
True/False (2 pts each)
1. T F Tooth decay is 5 times more common among children than asthma.
2. T F Children should start visiting a dentist after their first baby tooth has come in.
3. T F Babies are born with tooth decay germs, so it is important to use fluoride right away.
4. T F Oral health affects our ability to speak, chew, and smile.
5. T F Baby teeth are not important as they eventually fall out.
6. T F Over half of 5 to 9 year olds already have tooth decay.
7. T F It is best to use a hard or firm bristled toothbrush with children.
8. T F It is helpful to include a dentist on your Health History Form for children.
9. T F Most drinking water in Snohomish County is not fluoridated.
10. T F Tooth decay in a caregiver can have an impact on a child’s oral health.
11. T F Children should brush their teeth in a back and forth motion at a 45 degree angle to the gum line.
12. T F Many parts of our body can be affected by our oral health.
CH_Cavity_TestAssign_05/15_cp Short Answer / Fill in the Blank (2 pts each blank)
13. List three healthy habits that can help prevent tooth decay:
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14. List two types of dental/oral health emergencies:
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15. List two things you should do if a child chips or knocks out a tooth while in your care:
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16. List three things that you can do as a child care provider to promote good oral health:
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17. Toothbrush holders in child care should be and to prevent the spread of germs.
18. Foods containing and produce acid that can cause tooth decay.
19. Do you currently include an emergency dental contact in a child’s intake/health records?
Yes No
CH_Cavity_TestAssign_05/15_cp 20. If no, as a result of this course, will you include an emergency dental contact in a child’s intake/health records?
Yes No I do not have the authority to make that decision
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CH_Cavity_TestAssign_05/15_cp Assignment
Part One:
Choose a children’s book on any oral health topic, either from your own collection or your local library. You may choose to use one of the books from the list contained in your class packet. Review your book and answer the following questions.
Book:
Author:
What was the primary topic/message addressed in this book?
What was your favorite part of this book and why?
What are some discussions you could have with children after reading this book?
What are some activities that could go along with reading this book?
CH_Cavity_TestAssign_05/15_cp Would you recommend this book to parents or other child care providers?
Yes No
Part Two:
During circle time, story time, a lesson, or meal time, have a conversation with kids about their teeth. Ask them the following questions and report your favorite answers!
What job do our teeth do?
Children’s responses:
How do you take care of your teeth and keep them healthy?
Children’s responses:
What would happen if we didn’t have teeth?
Children’s responses:
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