Dcf Health, Safety, And Nutrition Study Guide Questions And Correct Answers

MMR {Ans: A vaccine for three diseases; mumps, measles and rubela (Geman measles)}Epidemic Meningitis {Ans: Sudden onset of headache, fever, nausea, vomiting, stiff neck, and frequently fine, spotted rash. Varies from 2 to 10 days. Cannot attend school/child care until released by physician. A physician may recommend certain antibiotics for exposed children and adults.}Typhus {Ans: Headaches, chills, fever, malaise and maculopapular rash. Transmitted from rodents to humans by bites of lice, fleas, ticks or mites. Typhus vaccine.}Yellow Fever {Ans: Headache, jaundice, fever, vomiting and bleeding. Transmitted by mosquitos. It must be reported to CDC.}How can I tell if a child is sick? {Ans: Check for three A's, if something seems odd check for fever.}Vaccine {Ans: A group of substances that produce immunity to disease in a person.}