Lifeguard Exam Key Terms and Concepts
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What does 'three points of contact' refer to?

Maintaining contact with two hands and one foot or two feet and one hand when climbing up or down from a lifeguard station.

When might an animal be allowed on the pool deck?

When the animal is trained to assist a person who has a medical condition or disability.

Does twirling a whistle take away from a professional image?

True

What is a good strategy when communicating with a person with a disability at your facility?

<p>Don't make assumptions; talk to the person the way you would want someone to talk to you.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does STAAR stand for?

<p>Scan, Target, Assess, Alert, Rescue</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three outcomes from the drowning process?

<p>Death, survival with brain damage, survival without brain damage.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the drowning person tries to breathe?

<p>The person may swallow large amounts of water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct description of drowning?

<p>Three possible outcomes.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference between distress and drowning?

<p>A drowning person's mouth and nose are covered with water and the head cannot be lifted or brought to the surface to breathe.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the correct term to use if a person experienced a drowning incident but was resurrected?

<p>Non-fatal drowning.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which organs are at greatest risk for permanent damage during drowning?

<p>Brain and heart.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucially important fact for a lifeguard to be aware of at all times?

<p>Drowning can happen very quickly and silently to anyone at any time.</p> Signup and view all the answers

While on station lifeguarding, what will occupy the majority of your time?

<p>Searching the water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What determines whether water is shallow or not?

<p>A person's height.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where else might you find an unresponsive drowning person?

<p>Floating on the surface or just underneath.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might an unresponsive person appear to be moving or appear to move location in the water?

<p>Movement of the water created by others or pool currents.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If you are providing constant and dedicated surveillance, how often should you watch your zone?

<p>All of the time, and no other assigned tasks should intrude.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If an unresponsive drowning person may look similar to people who are floating or are underwater and okay, what can you do to tell them apart?

<p>Look to see if that person lifts his head to breathe within a few seconds (look for life).</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does PPE stand for?

<p>Personal Protective Equipment.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the disinfectant solution ratio?

<p>9 parts water, 1 part bleach.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What would you do if you were using standard precautions?

<p>Consider and treat all bodily fluids/substances as though they were contaminated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does RWI stand for?

<p>Recreational Water Illnesses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should you assume about other people's blood and bodily fluids?

<p>The fluids are potentially infectious.</p> Signup and view all the answers

If a break in your skin comes into contact with the bodily fluids of another person, what is the first thing you should do?

<p>Wash the area with soap and water.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How long has cryptosporidium been known to survive in properly maintained swimming pool water?

<p>Up to 11 days.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does SCA stand for?

<p>Sudden cardiac arrest.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the CPR adult/child/infant alone ratio?

<p>30 compressions, 2 breaths.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the CPR adult team ratio?

<p>30 compressions, 2 breaths.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the CPR child/infant team ratio?

<p>15 compressions, 2 breaths.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the compression rate for CPR?

<p>100-120 compressions per minute.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the steps in a primary check?

<p>Scene safety, glove up, check responsiveness, alert, check for pulse and signs of breathing.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is artificial respiration (AR)?

<ol> <li>Open airway; jaw thrust and head tilt; 2. Adult- 1 breath every 5 seconds, child/infant- 1 breath every 3 seconds; 3. Produce visible chest rise.</li> </ol> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Lifeguard Exam Key Terms and Concepts

  • "Three points of contact" means maintaining contact with either two hands and one foot or two feet and one hand while climbing to ensure safety.
  • Animals are permitted on the pool deck if they are trained to assist individuals with medical conditions or disabilities.
  • Twirling a whistle may detract from a lifeguard's professional image.
  • Effective communication with persons with disabilities should involve respectful dialogue without making assumptions.

Emergency Response Protocols

  • STAAR acronym stands for Scan, Target, Assess, Alert, and Rescue.
  • The drowning process has three potential outcomes: death, survival with brain damage, or survival without brain damage.
  • A drowning person may swallow large amounts of water when attempting to breathe.
  • Drowning is characterized by the inability to breathe due to being submerged, with the mouth and nose covered by water.

Drowning Recognition and Treatment

  • Non-fatal drowning refers to a person who has experienced drowning but was later revived.
  • The brain and heart are most susceptible to permanent damage in drowning incidents.
  • Drowning can occur rapidly and silently, making constant vigilance crucial for lifeguards.
  • While on duty, lifeguards should prioritize searching the water continuously to ensure safety.

Lifeguard Surveillance and Signs of Distress

  • Determining if water is shallow can depend on a person's height.
  • An unresponsive drowning individual may be found floating on the surface or just below it, not only on the pool bottom.
  • Unresponsive individuals may appear to move due to water movement or currents, which can create confusion for lifeguards.

Safety Protocols and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

  • Lifeguards must provide persistent surveillance without distraction from other tasks.
  • To identify distressed individuals, look for signs of life such as the head lifting to breathe.
  • PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) includes gloves, masks, safety glasses, and clinical attire for protection.
  • A disinfectant solution consists of 9 parts water to 1 part bleach for proper sanitization.

Response to Injuries and Infections

  • Assume all blood and bodily fluids from others are potentially infectious as a standard precaution.
  • If skin is breached by another's bodily fluids, wash the affected area with soap and water immediately.

Pathogens and Infections

  • Cryptosporidium can survive in well-maintained swimming pools for up to 11 days, posing a risk for Recreational Water Illnesses (RWI).

Cardiac Emergencies and CPR Techniques

  • SCA, or sudden cardiac arrest, results from a malfunction in the heart's electrical system.
  • CPR ratios include 30 compressions to 2 breaths for adults, children, and infants (30:2 for adults and team, 15:2 for child/infant in teams).
  • Maintain a compression rate of 100 to 120 compressions per minute during CPR.

Initial Assessment Procedures

  • The primary check during an emergency involves ensuring scene safety, donning gloves, checking responsiveness, alerting emergency services, and assessing pulse and breathing within 10 seconds.
  • For artificial respiration, open the airway using a jaw thrust or head tilt. Deliver breaths at different frequencies based on age—1 breath every 5 seconds for adults, and 1 breath every 3 seconds for children or infants, ensuring chest rise.

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Test your knowledge on lifeguarding key terms, emergency response protocols, and drowning recognition. This quiz covers essential concepts that every lifeguard should know to ensure safety and professionalism. Prepare to reinforce your understanding of vital lifeguard practices.

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