Module 2 Young Childrens Health Ringworm Health, Safety and
Nutrition EEC 4731
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Ringworm Can happen to anyone Contagious fungal infection
Transmitted directly or indirectly Must be treated by a physician
Should be isolated until medical treatment is obtained Disinfect
classroom and shared items
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What ringworm looks like:
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A young childs hand with ringworm
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A young childs feet with ringworm
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An animal with ringworm
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Sudanese boy with ringworm
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Ringworm spread on extremity
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Young children: Naturally explore their environment and may
unknowingly contact ringworm directly or indirectly Naturally want
to handle animals that may be infected Naturally are curious about
anomalies in their peers and may touch a ringworm infected body
part Naturally look to the adults in their life for safety,
assurance and proper treatment
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Teachers: A teachers keen observation and actions can prevent
the spread of ringworm within a class A teacher can instruct young
children on the proper techniques of hand washing A teacher can
make sure shared classroom items are disinfected to prevent further
contamination and spreading of ringworm A teacher should contact
the students parents/guardian to encourage proper treatment and
update them on school policy concerning infectious disease
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