HEALTH, SAFETY, AND NUTRITION
(HSAN) EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS. VERIFIED 2025/2026.
Isolation Area - ANS Designated area for a child who becomes ill at the facility, which must be
away from the other, healthy children
communicable disease - ANS disease that can be spread from one person to another
clean - ANS to remove dirt, debris, and germs by scrubbing and washing with soap (or
detergent) and water. The process does not necessarily kill germs, but lowers the risk of
spreading infection
appetite - ANS desire to eat
impermeable surfaces - ANS A surface that is resistant to water, chemicals, and other fluids.
These surfaces are required in areas such as changing stations, playpens, cots, and sleeping
mats
sanitize - ANS The process of destroying or reducing organisms to a safe level; including
properly cleaned equipment and surfaces, such as sinks and sleep mats.
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,vaccine - ANS a product that protects an individual from contracting an infectious disease by
stimulating their immune system
Nutrition - ANS the processes by which a person, animal, or plant takes in and utilizes food
substances
Health - ANS the total well-being of a person- including the physical, mental, and social self-
in the absence of disease or other abnormal conditions
Immunizations - ANS the process of administering a vaccine to make an individual protected
from contracting an infectious disease
Disinfect - ANS to kill germs on surfaces or objects by using chemicals. This process does not
necessarily clean dirty surfaces or remove all germs, but by killing germs on a surface after
cleaning, it can further lower the risk of spreading infection
safety hazards - ANS things in the environment that can be identified as dangerous to one's
health and welfare
evacuation plan - ANS procedures for getting children and staff out of a building; applied
during fire drills and other emergency situations
characteristics of a healthy environment that promote good health practices - ANS -clean
work and play areas
-proper hygiene practices
-implementation and routine practice of a written health policy
written health policies - ANS -should be accesible to all staff
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,-at hire, employees should be given a copy
-rules should be posted and given to families
-important to make sure everyone follows the same rules and to ensure staff and parents are
aware of procedures
key point - ANS establishing and following a written policy is an effective way of maintaining a
safe and healthy child care program
characteristics of a healthy child - ANS -good appetite
-good appearance/hygiene
-good activity level
(use all five senses when checking for signs of wellness and/or illness; a single red eyelid may
not mean pink eye and needs a comprehensive observation)
using sight to observe a child - ANS look at the child's complexion; observe for signs of pain
or discomfort, such as limping, droopy eyes, or a runny nose
using sound to observe a child - ANS listen to how the child is breathing, or if they are
coughing or sniffling; listen to their words about how they are feeling
using touch to observe a child - ANS does the child feel warm to the touch; does the child
flinch away when you touch them
using smell to observe a child - ANS pay attention to how the child smells; for example, their
breath
characteristics of a good appetite - ANS -can eat an appropriate amount of food at meal
times
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, -will consume a variety of foods
-is interested in eating
-appears content after meals and snacks
characteristics of good appearance - ANS -has clear, bright eyes
-has clear skin
-has age-appropriate muscles
-gains steadily in height and body weight
characteristics of good activity in a child - ANS -has plenty of energy (not hyperactive)
-is alert
-sleeps soundly
-has few aches and pains
three A's of a healthy child - ANS -Appetite
-Appearance
-Activity
(emotional, social, and mental health factors should also be considered)
emotionally healthy child - ANS child that usually reflects happy, cheerful feelings
socially healthy child - ANS child that is friendly most of the time, interacts with other
children, and enjoys quiet activities that require concentration
mentally healthy child - ANS child that is interested in new experiences, and is usually
confident and adaptable
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(HSAN) EXAM QUESTIONS AND
ANSWERS. VERIFIED 2025/2026.
Isolation Area - ANS Designated area for a child who becomes ill at the facility, which must be
away from the other, healthy children
communicable disease - ANS disease that can be spread from one person to another
clean - ANS to remove dirt, debris, and germs by scrubbing and washing with soap (or
detergent) and water. The process does not necessarily kill germs, but lowers the risk of
spreading infection
appetite - ANS desire to eat
impermeable surfaces - ANS A surface that is resistant to water, chemicals, and other fluids.
These surfaces are required in areas such as changing stations, playpens, cots, and sleeping
mats
sanitize - ANS The process of destroying or reducing organisms to a safe level; including
properly cleaned equipment and surfaces, such as sinks and sleep mats.
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,vaccine - ANS a product that protects an individual from contracting an infectious disease by
stimulating their immune system
Nutrition - ANS the processes by which a person, animal, or plant takes in and utilizes food
substances
Health - ANS the total well-being of a person- including the physical, mental, and social self-
in the absence of disease or other abnormal conditions
Immunizations - ANS the process of administering a vaccine to make an individual protected
from contracting an infectious disease
Disinfect - ANS to kill germs on surfaces or objects by using chemicals. This process does not
necessarily clean dirty surfaces or remove all germs, but by killing germs on a surface after
cleaning, it can further lower the risk of spreading infection
safety hazards - ANS things in the environment that can be identified as dangerous to one's
health and welfare
evacuation plan - ANS procedures for getting children and staff out of a building; applied
during fire drills and other emergency situations
characteristics of a healthy environment that promote good health practices - ANS -clean
work and play areas
-proper hygiene practices
-implementation and routine practice of a written health policy
written health policies - ANS -should be accesible to all staff
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,-at hire, employees should be given a copy
-rules should be posted and given to families
-important to make sure everyone follows the same rules and to ensure staff and parents are
aware of procedures
key point - ANS establishing and following a written policy is an effective way of maintaining a
safe and healthy child care program
characteristics of a healthy child - ANS -good appetite
-good appearance/hygiene
-good activity level
(use all five senses when checking for signs of wellness and/or illness; a single red eyelid may
not mean pink eye and needs a comprehensive observation)
using sight to observe a child - ANS look at the child's complexion; observe for signs of pain
or discomfort, such as limping, droopy eyes, or a runny nose
using sound to observe a child - ANS listen to how the child is breathing, or if they are
coughing or sniffling; listen to their words about how they are feeling
using touch to observe a child - ANS does the child feel warm to the touch; does the child
flinch away when you touch them
using smell to observe a child - ANS pay attention to how the child smells; for example, their
breath
characteristics of a good appetite - ANS -can eat an appropriate amount of food at meal
times
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, -will consume a variety of foods
-is interested in eating
-appears content after meals and snacks
characteristics of good appearance - ANS -has clear, bright eyes
-has clear skin
-has age-appropriate muscles
-gains steadily in height and body weight
characteristics of good activity in a child - ANS -has plenty of energy (not hyperactive)
-is alert
-sleeps soundly
-has few aches and pains
three A's of a healthy child - ANS -Appetite
-Appearance
-Activity
(emotional, social, and mental health factors should also be considered)
emotionally healthy child - ANS child that usually reflects happy, cheerful feelings
socially healthy child - ANS child that is friendly most of the time, interacts with other
children, and enjoys quiet activities that require concentration
mentally healthy child - ANS child that is interested in new experiences, and is usually
confident and adaptable
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