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nitrition nutrition is the study of what people eat ;how the body uses food. the 3 factors that contribute to a child's overall well being. nutrition, health and safety define nutrition & name 3 major nutrients food that provides nourishment & helps the body to function.. like sugars, starches & fiber 4 factors that influence food choices. The cultural background, the socio-economic status, the emotional state, & education level. what are the physical effects of nutritional deficiencies in children. physical growth & development & permanent mental retardation what causes malnutrition It caused by undernutrition or overnutrition Explain the differences. undernutrition is not eating enough foods having certain nutrients & overnutrition is when too much of one or more nutrients in the diet. the way nutrition affects learning. children that are well nourished are able to be more alert, observant and have longer attention spans. what is health & name 2 factors that influence health Health is a person's overall physical,mental & emotional well being. The factors that affect health are a heredity and environment. what is heredity. this is the sum of traits, characteristics and defectsa that are passed from parent to child thro genetics. 2 hereditary disorders that affect health the disorders are sickle cell disease & cystic fibrosis effects of indoor pollutioneffects of indoor pollution on a child.. indoor pollution caused by smoke causes asthmaindoor pollution caused by smoke causes asthma& radon-a gas can cause lung cancer. why is a poor child at higher risk for health problems. poor living conditions promote the spread of disease. how can poor social relationships affect a child's health. The trauma caused by death, separation or lack of affection can affect a child by causing a depressed or overactive appetite, & loss of achievement or motivation or serious emotional disturbances. how can a cultural belief promote or hinder good health. The Chinese feel a healthy body as a gift from ancestors and it isto be cared for but they believe for respect of the body that is should be intact at death. This could cause some to refuse surgery if needed . How are communicable diseases transmitted to chidren in group settings. Diseases in a child-care setting can be transmitted by coughing, sneezing, tolieting contacts & contact with blood. Safety is.. Safety is freedom from risk, harm, and injury. The 3 aspects for safety for caregivers. Caregivers need to create a safe enviroment, teaching & modeling safe behaviors, & knowing what todo if there is an accident. The 5 common harzards for young children. These are burns,choking,falls,electricshock,drowning How to make indoor spaces appropraite for a child's age & abitliy. Need separate play area for infants, toddlers & older children, & cribs, beds high chairs should meet safety standards& all toys for play should be in good condition. Why are impactabsorbent surfaces crucial for child's playground. Playgrounds need impact-absorbent surfaces,since falls are the leading cause of injury. Factors needed for a child-staff ratios in child care setting. The ratio of adults to children varies with the ages & abilities of the children. 2 ways that caregivers may prepare for emergencies. First aid training & pratice fire drills. Use an example to explain what it means that nutrition, health,& safety are interrelated... A healthy diet makes a child more alert, stronger&bettercoordinated than a child with a poor diet. Healthy excercise promote proper bone growth and improves coordination. Safety affects nutrition and health. An example; an injured child may be more likely to become ill & if the injury if servere and interferes with good nutrition and other healthy activiites. The 2 factors affect nutrition, safety& health.. Heredity & environment Childhood Development Ch.1