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CHCECE005 Formative assessment
questions.
Activity 1
1. Why do toddlers require sleep and rest during the day?
For toddlers and young babies their bodies and minds are still growing. If they were to
participate in a full day of activities, they can become quite stressful and or in turn become
overtired, unsettled or cranky. For these specific reasons most childcare centres have
integrated set rest periods for children to calm their minds and bodies for a certain time to
allow their bodies to recharge for the rest of the day.
2. A parent asks that their child be allowed to sleep whilst soft music is playing as
it has proven to help the child fall asleep. Should you do this?
If a child has a personal preference and significantly benefits from having soft music
playing in the background whilst they sleep, an educator can use this tool to settle the
child for rest time. As a whole, soft calming music in the background promotes safe sleep
in a child along with adequate growth in their mind as the music is stimulating their brain
cells.
Activity 2
1. Indicate whether cots with the characteristics featured comply or fail to
comply with approved standards.
- A cot does not have horizontal bars = comply
- A cot has been recalled for safety reasons = fail to comply
- The distance between the top of the mattress of a cot and top of the sides of the
cot sides is 58cm = fail to comply
- The spaces between the vertical bars of the cot are 7cm wide = comply
- The cot has protrusions that sick out 3mm = comply
2. What might happen if a mattress was five centimetres too short and too narrow
for a cot?
If a cot does not have the right size mattress fitted to the cot, a baby and or toddler may
become trapped or caught between the mattress and the base of the cot which could
potentially lead to the child becoming suffocated.
Activity 3
1. Make a list of at least 10 do’s and don’ts that relate to safe sleep practices
Do’s: reduce the risk of SIDS
- Regular checks when a child is - Wrapping can help babies
sleeping especially if they are in a develop a more settled sleep
separate room pattern
- Place babies on their side to - Babies should be put to sleep
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on a firm flat surface - Cot bumpers are needed to
- When putting a baby to sleep protect babies
ensure their feet are at the - A child who uses a dummy
bottom of the cot so they cannot might be at a reduced risk of
slide down SIDS
- Sleeping bags can reduce the
risk of SIDS
- Cots should be subject to
regular inspections
- Cots should have a snug-
fitting mattress
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Don’ts: - Young babies should not be
- Mattress should not be tilted placed on their stomach to sleep
or elevated - Young babies should not have
- Do not place pillows in the cot their arms free whilst sleeping
to prevent children suffocating - Do not cover a child’s head
- Babies should not be when they sleep
overdressed under the wrap - Cots shouldn’t have vertical bars
- Make sure electric blankets are - Hot water bottles can cause
not used as they may cause burns burns so they should not be
- People who care for placed in a cot
children should not smoke
2. It is a very hot day. What might you need to do to implement a
sleeping environment to help children sleep?
- Let them sleep in the coolest room in the house.
- Make sure air can circulate around them – for example, by removing any
padding around the cot
- Hang wet towels over chairs or windows in their room to cool the air
- Use fans, but not directed at the child.
- Cover mattresses and waterproof sheets with thick layers of cotton sheets to
absorb perspiration and prevent prickly heat rash.
- Avoid using a pillow or mattress that your baby sinks down into.
3. Explain the procedures that must be followed to ensure that children’s bedding
is clean and does not carry infection risks
Each child will and should have their own sheets for an appropriate rest time. The sheets
should be thoroughly washed and dried daily after every use to prevent infection risks for
the child. If the bedding gets soiled or wet, it should be cleaned and sanitised. The mats and
or stretchers that the children sleep on should also be sanitised and cleaned after each use
and should be placed in direct sunlight at least once a week. However, when necessary
tumble driers should be thoroughly washed and sanitised to ensure there is no risk of
infection.
Activity 4
1. What should be done to hygienically fit disposable nappies?
Disposable nappies should be fitted properly so they are able to contain urine and faeces
with minimal contamination and or leakage for the children, educators and environments.
The most hygienic method of disposable nappies if the ones with the absorbent gelling
material.
2. What should be done to hygienically change and clean cloth nappies?
Cloth nappies should be have an absorbent inner lining which can be completely contained
with a waterproof outer coating. Each part should be changed at the same time and
should not be reused unless both sections are cleaned, washed and chemically disinfected.
Activity 5
CHCECE005 Formative assessment
questions.
Activity 1
1. Why do toddlers require sleep and rest during the day?
For toddlers and young babies their bodies and minds are still growing. If they were to
participate in a full day of activities, they can become quite stressful and or in turn become
overtired, unsettled or cranky. For these specific reasons most childcare centres have
integrated set rest periods for children to calm their minds and bodies for a certain time to
allow their bodies to recharge for the rest of the day.
2. A parent asks that their child be allowed to sleep whilst soft music is playing as
it has proven to help the child fall asleep. Should you do this?
If a child has a personal preference and significantly benefits from having soft music
playing in the background whilst they sleep, an educator can use this tool to settle the
child for rest time. As a whole, soft calming music in the background promotes safe sleep
in a child along with adequate growth in their mind as the music is stimulating their brain
cells.
Activity 2
1. Indicate whether cots with the characteristics featured comply or fail to
comply with approved standards.
- A cot does not have horizontal bars = comply
- A cot has been recalled for safety reasons = fail to comply
- The distance between the top of the mattress of a cot and top of the sides of the
cot sides is 58cm = fail to comply
- The spaces between the vertical bars of the cot are 7cm wide = comply
- The cot has protrusions that sick out 3mm = comply
2. What might happen if a mattress was five centimetres too short and too narrow
for a cot?
If a cot does not have the right size mattress fitted to the cot, a baby and or toddler may
become trapped or caught between the mattress and the base of the cot which could
potentially lead to the child becoming suffocated.
Activity 3
1. Make a list of at least 10 do’s and don’ts that relate to safe sleep practices
Do’s: reduce the risk of SIDS
- Regular checks when a child is - Wrapping can help babies
sleeping especially if they are in a develop a more settled sleep
separate room pattern
- Place babies on their side to - Babies should be put to sleep
,2
on a firm flat surface - Cot bumpers are needed to
- When putting a baby to sleep protect babies
ensure their feet are at the - A child who uses a dummy
bottom of the cot so they cannot might be at a reduced risk of
slide down SIDS
- Sleeping bags can reduce the
risk of SIDS
- Cots should be subject to
regular inspections
- Cots should have a snug-
fitting mattress
, 3
Don’ts: - Young babies should not be
- Mattress should not be tilted placed on their stomach to sleep
or elevated - Young babies should not have
- Do not place pillows in the cot their arms free whilst sleeping
to prevent children suffocating - Do not cover a child’s head
- Babies should not be when they sleep
overdressed under the wrap - Cots shouldn’t have vertical bars
- Make sure electric blankets are - Hot water bottles can cause
not used as they may cause burns burns so they should not be
- People who care for placed in a cot
children should not smoke
2. It is a very hot day. What might you need to do to implement a
sleeping environment to help children sleep?
- Let them sleep in the coolest room in the house.
- Make sure air can circulate around them – for example, by removing any
padding around the cot
- Hang wet towels over chairs or windows in their room to cool the air
- Use fans, but not directed at the child.
- Cover mattresses and waterproof sheets with thick layers of cotton sheets to
absorb perspiration and prevent prickly heat rash.
- Avoid using a pillow or mattress that your baby sinks down into.
3. Explain the procedures that must be followed to ensure that children’s bedding
is clean and does not carry infection risks
Each child will and should have their own sheets for an appropriate rest time. The sheets
should be thoroughly washed and dried daily after every use to prevent infection risks for
the child. If the bedding gets soiled or wet, it should be cleaned and sanitised. The mats and
or stretchers that the children sleep on should also be sanitised and cleaned after each use
and should be placed in direct sunlight at least once a week. However, when necessary
tumble driers should be thoroughly washed and sanitised to ensure there is no risk of
infection.
Activity 4
1. What should be done to hygienically fit disposable nappies?
Disposable nappies should be fitted properly so they are able to contain urine and faeces
with minimal contamination and or leakage for the children, educators and environments.
The most hygienic method of disposable nappies if the ones with the absorbent gelling
material.
2. What should be done to hygienically change and clean cloth nappies?
Cloth nappies should be have an absorbent inner lining which can be completely contained
with a waterproof outer coating. Each part should be changed at the same time and
should not be reused unless both sections are cleaned, washed and chemically disinfected.
Activity 5
