Morningside Nannies Nanny Assessment

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1. A nanny is hired by parents to:

Supervise their children in their absence.
Take care of the family’s children and clean the family home.
Provide attentive, high-quality childcare in their home.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 1 of 50)

2. An appropriate outfit for a nanny to wear to work on a typical day includes:

A short skirt, V-neck cable knit sweater and ballerina flats.
Jeans, a polo top and sneakers.
Black dress slacks, a ruffled halter top and heels.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 2 of 50)

3. When making personal phone calls during working hours, nannies should:

Make only necessary phone calls and keep them to a minimum.
Make personal calls during naptime, with the parents’ permission.
Ask permission to make long-distance phone calls from their employer’s landline.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 3 of 50)

4. Written work agreements benefit both nannies and families by:

Outlining the terms and conditions of employment.
Documenting the employment arrangement.
Creating a legally binding agreement.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 4 of 50)

5. A nanny log can be used to:

Track working hours.
Leave notes for the parents.
Make journal entries regarding the children’s day.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 5 of 50)

6. Nannies and parents should strive to have open and honest communication by:

Talking about issues as they arise and having regularly scheduled meetings.
Agreeing that the nanny should only call the mother at work when issues arise.
Only addressing issues if they become bothersome to either party.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 6 of 50)

7. When a nanny determines her earning potential, she should take into consideration:

Her monthly bills and childcare experience.
How much she believes her employers can afford to pay her.
Her education, experience and the area’s average nanny pay rate.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 7 of 50)

8. When a nanny suspects that her employer is expecting a baby, she should:

Share her suspicions with other nannies.
Announce the anticipated arrival of a new charge on her Facebook status.
Confront her employer, asking how the addition will affect her.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 8 of 50)

9. Most nannies receive the following employment benefits:

Paid vacation days and contributions to a retirement plan.
Paid sick days and paid vacation days.
Paid sick days, paid vacation days and health insurance.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 9 of 50)

10. Nannies can continue their education by:

Enrolling in early childhood education classes offered at local community colleges.
Attending nanny conferences, such as the International Nanny Association annual conference or Nannypalooza.
Reading a variety of books on early childhood education and development.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 10 of 50)

11. Between the ages of one to three, children generally require:

At least one nap per day.
More sleep than they typically get.
11 to 15 hours of sleep per 24 hour period.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 11 of 50)

12. The 1988 paper authored by Andrew Wakefield that was published in the Lancet:

Outlined a true scientific link between autism and the MMR vaccine. Scientific evidence continues to support a link between the MMR vaccine and autism.
Was retracted on the basis the author manipulating evidence, having conflicts of interest and breaking ethical codes. No scientific link between the MMR vaccine and autism has been found.
Reassured parents that there was no link between the MMR vaccine and autism. The paper cited there was no scientific link between the MMR vaccine and autism.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 12 of 50)

13. Toddlers and preschoolers should:

Get at least 60 minutes of exercise each day. Exercise should include structured and unstructured activities.
Not engage in structured physical activity. Too much running around can make young children tired.
Exercise for at least three hours each day. Exercise should consist of aerobic, bone strengthening and muscle strengthening exercises.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 13 of 50)

14. If a child is displaying the following symptoms, a call to the child’s doctor is warranted:

Lethargy or difficulty breathing.
Dehydration due to vomiting or diarrhea.
A fever for more than 72 hours.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 14 of 50)

15. Teething can cause the following:

Ear infections.
Diarrhea.
Fevers.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 15 of 50)

16. To prevent the spread of germs, encourage children to:

Frequently wash their hands.
Use hand sanitizer, with supervision.
Avoid touching their faces.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 16 of 50)

17. When bathing an infant is part of your duties:

Confirm the water heater temperature is set below 150 degrees Fahrenheit to prevent burns.
Keep the bathroom warm by plugging in a portable heater so the baby isn’t cold when he comes out of the bathtub.
Gather all of your supplies prior to bathing the baby and place them within reach.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 17 of 50)

18. Nannies can support nursing mothers by:

Bottle-feeding the baby a few minutes before mom comes home from work so that the baby isn’t hungry.
Learning how to properly store, handle and heat breast milk.
Supplementing with formula if she thinks the baby isn’t getting enough breast-milk.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 18 of 50)

19. When preparing formula:

Dilute powdered formula with additional water to make it last longer and save your employer’s money.
Microwave the prepared bottle of formula for 30 seconds to warm it.
Put the bottle with leftover formula in the refrigerator for the next feeding.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 19 of 50)

20. When preparing meals for the children:

Safely thaw meat by placing it on the counter overnight to defrost.
Use separate surfaces, utensils and cooking tools for raw and cooked meat.
Put cooked, hot food in the refrigerator immediately for safe storing.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 20 of 50)

21. When feeding infants, it is recommended that:

Breastfed babies should be fed exclusively breast milk for the first 6 months of life.
Babies should be introduced to solid foods around 6 months of age.
Rice cereal should not be routinely added to baby bottles to increase baby’s sleep.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 21 of 50)

22. To avoid unnecessary toddler tantrums:

Set the toddler up for success. Don’t take an overtired toddler to the grocery store or out to run errands at naptime.
Be sure the toddler is well-rested and well-fed. Well-rested and well-fed children are better able to handle their environment and emotions.
Childproof the environment. Move breakables out of reach, put outlet covers on electrical outlets and install a gate at the top and bottom of the stairs to create an environment that welcomes exploration.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 22 of 50)

23. A typical three-year-old:

Can speak in three to four word sentences, pedal a tricycle and takes turns.
Can state his name, ride a bike without training wheels and tell time using an analog clock.
Can tell the difference between real and make pretend, do a cartwheel and understand gender differences.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 23 of 50)

24. In addition to being around 6 months of age, a baby may be ready to switch to solid foods if she:

Opens her mouth when she sees a spoon, has at least two teeth and can sit in a high chair with good head control.
Holds her head up, reaches for food and has doubled her birth weight, weighing about 13 pounds or more.
Watches others eat, sits in a high chair with good head control and weighs ten pounds.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 24 of 50)

25. The ideal time to begin potty training is:

As soon as a child turns two and the parents are ready to start toilet training.
The summer before a child starts preschool when the nanny provides most of the childcare.
When a child shows signs of readiness and all adults who provide care are ready to commit to the process.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 25 of 50)

26. When a group of two-year-olds are playing together, you can expect to observe:

Children engaging in associative play, interacting and socializing with the children around them.
Children engaging in parallel play, playing alongside each other without interacting.
Children engaging in cooperative play, playing cooperatively organized by group goals.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 26 of 50)

27. By age one, most children can:

Say mama and dada, look at the right picture when it’s named and can pull up to stand.
Play peek-a-boo, get dressed independently and get into a sitting position without help.
Respond to simple requests, bang two things together and ride a tricycle.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 27 of 50)

28. The following methods should be used to calm a crying baby:

Swinging, sucking, shaking.
Swaddling, shaking, “shh”ing.
Swaddling, “shh”ing, sucking.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 28 of 50)

29. To help foster good homework habits:

Insist homework be done the same time each day.
Create a designated location for homework to be completed.
Encourage an organizational system to manage assignment.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 29 of 50)

30. A preschooler’s bedtime routine should include:

A bath, pajamas, brushing teeth and a bedtime story.
A bath, pajamas, brushing teeth and an educational television show.
A bath, pajamas, brushing teeth and playing video games.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 30 of 50)

31. When supervising a toddler in and around water, when you go to use the bathroom:

Leave the door open so you can hear the toddler.
Ask another child to supervise the toddler.
Take the child with you.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 31 of 50)

32. The following foods pose the highest choking risk to young children:

Hot dogs, popcorn, peanuts.
Marshmallows, bananas, hotdogs.
Chocolate, peanuts, cheese.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 32 of 50)

33. Children should ride in a rear-facing seat until:

The child’s feet hit the back of the seat, making him squished.
Age 2, or until they reach the maximum height and weight for their seat.
A child turns one year and weighs 20 pounds.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 33 of 50)

34. Reduce strangulation hazards by:

Not dressing children in clothing with drawstrings.
Tying up all window blind and drapery cords.
Not putting elastic headbands on young children.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 34 of 50)

35. A safe place to put a newborn down for routine sleep in the home is in:

A crib with slats no more than 2 3/8 inches apart, a firm crib mattress and no bumpers.
An infant car seat placed on the floor of the baby’s room.
A crib with slats no more 4 ½ inches apart, a soft crib mattress and crib bumpers.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 35 of 50)

36. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends the following ways to reduce SIDS:

Always putting a baby to sleep on her back.
Using wedges and positioners.
Using a home monitor marketed to reduce to the risk of SIDS.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 36 of 50)

37. Safety gates installed at the top of the stairs should be:

Firmly pressure mounted on the opposing walls.
Permanently hardware-mounted to the wall.
Able to be removed by anyone in case of fire.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 37 of 50)

38. To prevent window falls:

Keep windows closed and locked when children are around.
Keep furniture or anything children can climb on away from windows.
Don’t rely on insect screens to keep children from falling out a window.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 38 of 50)

39. When riding a bicycle, children should:

Always wear well-fitting, fastened helmet.
Wear a hat under their helmet if it’s too big.
Be sure their helmet is tipped back on the head for better visibility.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 39 of 50)

40. The following are a replacement for constant supervision when outdoors:

A life-jacket when near water.
A helmet when riding a bicycle.
A high gate completely enclosing an in ground pool.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 40 of 50)

41. In order to legally accept work in the United States as a nanny, one must:

Be a U.S. citizen, an alien lawfully admitted for permanent residence or an alien with a valid work permit.
Have completed high school, passed the national nanny board exam, have current CPR and first aid certification.
Be legally able to accept work in the United States, have completed high school or the equivalent and have current CPR and first aid certification.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 41 of 50)

42. Under the Fair Labor Standards Act, nannies must be:

Paid for every hour worked.
Paid at least minimum wage.
Paid an overtime differential if they do not live with their employer.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 42 of 50)

43. In Texas, live-in nannies:

Must be paid overtime for all hours worked over 40 in a 7-day period.
Must be paid at least minimum wage for every hour worked.
Must be paid a set weekly salary.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 43 of 50)

44. The benefits of being paid legally include:

Proof of employment.
Access to unemployment insurance.
Access to Medicare and Social Security upon retirement.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 44 of 50)

45. Nanny employers are not required to pay employment taxes if:

The nanny is employed part-time.
The nanny is paid less than the annual wage threshold.
The nanny is only employed in the summer.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 45 of 50)

46. The IRS classifies nannies as:

Independent contractors.
Employees of the families for whom they work.
Self-employed.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 46 of 50)

47. Nanny employers can legally withhold the following from their nanny’s paycheck:

Authorized Social Security and Medicare taxes.
Money to cover damage to the family’s automobile.
The employer’s portion of Social Security and Medicare.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 47 of 50)

48. The following nanny employment benefits are considered non-taxable income:

Money for meals consumed on the job.
Contributions towards a nanny’s health insurance premiums.
Holiday and year-end bonuses.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 48 of 50)

49. As a household employee, nannies are responsible for contributing to or paying:

Social Security.
Medicare.
State and federal income taxes.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 49 of 50)

50. If a nanny is required to transport the children as a job responsibility, she should:

Confirm her automobile policy covers transporting children for work if using her vehicle and if not, adjust the policy coverage accordingly.
Be reimbursed at the IRS mileage reimbursement rate for business when using her vehicle.
Be added to the parent’s policy as an authorized additional driver if using an employer provided vehicle.
All of the above.
None of the above.

(Question 50 of 50)