Die Afrikaanse Protestantse Akademie Biblioteek

"International edition"-Cover.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

1. Health, safety, and nutrition: An introduction: Interrelationship of health, safety and nutrition
2. Health of the young child: Maximizing the child's potential: Health appraisals -- Health assessment tools -- Medical conditions affecting children's health -- The infectious process and environmental control -- Communicable and acute illness: Identification and management
3. Safety for the young child: Creating high-quality environments -- Safety management -- Management of acute illness and injuries -- Child abuse and neglect -- Planning for children's health and safety education
4. Nutrition and the young child: Nutritional guidelines -- Nutrients that provide energy (Carbohydrates, fats, and proteins) -- Nutrients that promote growth of body tissues (Proteins, minerals and water) -- Nutrients that regulate body functions (Vitamens, minerals, proteins and water)
5. Nutrition and the young child: Feeding infants -- Feeding toddlers and young children -- Planning and serving nutritious and economical meals -- Food safety -- Nutrition education concepts and activities
Epilogue: Looking ahead ... making a difference
Appendices: National Health Education Standards -- Monthly calendar: Health, safety and nutrition observances -- Federal food programs -- Children's book list -- Nutrient information: Fast-food vendor websites