Diapering and Toileting Hygiene in Child Care

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1. 1

   When should a caregiver perform hand hygiene during a routine diaper change?

   A Only after handling a diaper that contains stool B Immediately before and after every diaper change C Before the first change and after the final change of the day
2. 2

   Which feature of the changing station shown most directly allows the surface to be disinfected effectively?

   

   A A smooth, nonabsorbent changing surface B A removable fabric cover over the pad C An unfinished wooden changing platform
3. 3

   In the illustrated sequence, which action creates a cross-contamination risk?

   

   A Folding the used diaper inward B Removing used gloves without touching the outside C Reaching into the clean-diaper supply before washing hands
4. 4

   For a child with female anatomy, which wiping direction is represented by the hygienic motion shown?

   

   A From front to back B From back to front C In repeated circular motions
5. 5

   How should a used disposable diaper normally be discarded in a child-care setting?

   A Leave it open in a general waste basket until the changing routine is complete B Fold it inward and place it in a lined, covered, hands-free receptacle C Rinse it in the handwashing sink before placing it in an uncovered bin
6. 6

   Why is the disinfected changing surface shown remaining visibly wet for a period of time?

   

   A To loosen the padding beneath the surface B To make the next diaper change more comfortable C To satisfy the disinfectant's required contact time
7. 7

   What should a caregiver do if a glove tears while cleaning stool from a child?

   A Continue the change and wash the glove afterward B Stop safely, remove the gloves, clean the hands, and put on new gloves C Place a second glove over the torn glove without cleaning the hands
8. 8

   What is the safest preparation before placing a child on a changing table?

   A Gather all needed supplies within reach and keep the child continuously supervised B Place the child on the table and then retrieve supplies from storage C Ask another child to bring any supplies that are missing
9. 9

   Under typical child-care infection-control procedures, how should a soiled reusable cloth diaper be handled?

   A Rinse it in the handwashing sink and hang it to dry B Place it unwrapped beside the child's clean clothing C Place it without rinsing in a sealed, labeled waterproof bag for return home
10. 10

    Which routine best controls contamination after a child uses a potty chair?

    A Empty the chair into a sink, rinse it, and return it immediately B Assist with handwashing, empty contents into the toilet, then clean and disinfect the chair C Cover the chair and wait until the end of the day to empty it
11. 11

    What correction should be made to the storage arrangement shown?

    

    A Move the bag of soiled clothing away from all clean supplies B Remove the clean diapers from their protective packaging C Store wipes directly on top of the sealed soiled-clothing bag