Health, Nutrition and First-Aid

Catalog description

Discussion of concepts and principles related to health, nutrition and first-aid. Prevention as a concept and mental attitude. Includes the study of infectious diseases and other common childhood conditions. Emphasis on the immunization schedule. Relationship between health and nutrition. Importance of breast feeding and good nutrition. Planning a menu that responds to the nutritional needs of children. The appropriate first aid practices to treat common accidents; emphasis on emergency plans and simulations and the function of the teacher in planning a safe and healthy environment inside and outside the school.