Chapter 5: Caring for Children



Read Chapter 5.

Your textbook has the most detailed information for each topic.

At the end of this lesson, participants will be able to:

  • Identify strategies for lowering the risk of infection, and demonstrate proper handwashing and glove removal techniques
  • Describe safe techniques for diapering/toileting, dressing, feeding, and comforting children at different developmental stages
  • Demonstrate the cradle hold, shoulder hold, and hip carry
  • Describe strategies for helping children sleep
  • Describe strategies for playing with children at different developmental stages
  • Define safe and unsafe touching
  • Describe strategies for responding to misbehaviour from children at different developmental stages