Lifeguard Online Exam Flashcards

Questions and Answers

To ensure high-quality CPR and high-quality chest compressions, what should you do?

Expose the victim's chest to ensure proper hand placement and full chest recoil.

Which of the following would you identify as the universal sign that a conscious person is choking?

Waving their arms

Coughing loudly

Clutching the throat (correct)

Pointing at their mouth

All of the following are components of scene size-up EXCEPT:

Checking for responsiveness (correct)

Assessing the environment

Identifying potential hazards

Determining the number of victims

If your initial impression reveals severe life-threatening bleeding in an adult victim who appears to be unresponsive, what should be your next step?

Control the bleeding with any available resources. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is most essential to use when giving ventilations to protect you and the victim from disease transmission?

Resuscitation masks Signup and view all the answers

What should the other lifeguard do after determining there is no breathing or pulse in an adult?

Begin chest compressions. Signup and view all the answers

What should the other lifeguard do when giving ventilations using a bag-valve-mask?

Squeeze the bag with both hands. Signup and view all the answers

Based on which of the following signs and symptoms would you determine that a victim is experiencing respiratory distress?

Gasping for breath Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following findings would lead you to determine that an infant's airway is open and not obstructed?

The infant is crying uncontrollably Signup and view all the answers

What should you do first when a victim who started choking becomes unresponsive?

Lower the victim to the ground and begin CPR starting with chest compressions. Signup and view all the answers

If you notice that the chest does not rise after giving the first ventilation to a drowning victim, what should you do next?

Re-tilt the victim's head and then attempt another ventilation. Signup and view all the answers

What is the first step you should take in caring for a victim with burns?

Remove the victim from the source of the burn. Signup and view all the answers

What care should you provide to a child with asthma who starts having an emergency at a swim meet?

Summon more advanced medical personnel and place the victim into a position that helps breathing. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about performing CPR with two or more rescuers is true?

Rescuers should switch positions about every two minutes. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do immediately after attaching the AED pads to the victim's chest?

Tell everyone to stand clear. Signup and view all the answers

If a responsive person has persistent chest pain, what should you do?

Immediately summon EMS personnel. Signup and view all the answers

What should you tell the patron if they ask about moving an unresponsive person?

The victim should not be moved since there is no immediate danger. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements about bag-valve-mask resuscitators (BVMs) is most accurate?

Ventilations are more effective when two rescuers operate the BVM. Signup and view all the answers

If a victim is having a seizure in the water, what should you do?

Support the victim with their head above water until the seizure ends. Signup and view all the answers

After summoning EMS personnel and obtaining consent, what should you do for a responsive patron who is bleeding?

Press firmly against the wound with a sterile dressing and bandage. Signup and view all the answers

When giving chest compressions to an adult, how would you position your hands?

Heel of one hand on the center of the chest with the other hand on top Signup and view all the answers

If a victim is unresponsive but breathing, how should you position them while waiting for EMS?

In a recovery position. Signup and view all the answers

What should the assisting responder do first when performing CPR?

Check to see whether EMS personnel have been called. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when you find a swim team coach who suddenly collapses and has no pulse?

Immediately begin CPR using cycles of 30 compressions followed by 2 ventilations. Signup and view all the answers

During a primary assessment, which of the following should you check first?

Responsiveness Signup and view all the answers

When giving ventilations to a 5-year-old child using a resuscitation mask, how often should you give a ventilation?

About every 3 seconds. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do first when approaching the scene of an emergency?

Size-up the scene while forming an initial impression. Signup and view all the answers

Where should you position your fist when giving abdominal thrusts to an adult who is choking?

In the middle of the abdomen, just above the navel. Signup and view all the answers

What is the most appropriate action if you notice a medication patch on the victim's chest before using an AED?

Removing the patch with a gloved hand. Signup and view all the answers

When providing care to a conscious infant who is choking, which of the following would you use for chest thrusts?

Two or three fingers. Signup and view all the answers

If the victim vomits while giving ventilations with a resuscitation mask, what should you do first?

Turn the victim onto their side and clear the airway of the vomit immediately. Signup and view all the answers

A patron appears to be in shock because they become restless and irritable. What might this indicate?

Internal bleeding Signup and view all the answers

What does the S in the acronym SAMPLE stand for when taking a brief history?

Signs and Symptoms. Signup and view all the answers

While performing a primary assessment, you should check for all of the following EXCEPT:

Swelling Signup and view all the answers

If you find an unresponsive adult on the locker room floor with a pulse but not breathing, what should you do next?

Give ventilations at a rate of 1 about every 5-6 seconds. Signup and view all the answers

How would you perform CPR on a 7-year-old child?

Cycles of 30 chest compressions and 2 ventilations. Signup and view all the answers

How can you best protect yourself from possible bloodborne pathogen transmission when providing care?

Use protective equipment, such as disposable gloves and a breathing barrier, when providing care. Signup and view all the answers

What should you do if a patron is having a diabetic emergency?

Give them glucose tablets. Signup and view all the answers

What is the most appropriate action to take if an AED indicates that 'no shock is advised'?

Perform CPR for about 2 minutes Signup and view all the answers

What symptoms might indicate a stroke?

Slurred speech, inability to lift the right arm level with the left arm, and inability to smile without one side of the face drooping. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

CPR Guidelines

High-quality CPR requires exposing the victim's chest for proper hand placement and ensuring full chest recoil.
Chest compressions for an adult should be performed with the heel of one hand on the center of the chest and the other hand on top.

Choking and Airway Management

The universal sign for choking in a conscious individual is clutching the throat.
If an infant's airway is clear, they will typically cry uncontrollably.
In case of an unresponsive choking victim, immediately lower them to the ground and begin CPR with chest compressions.

Ventilation Techniques

Using resuscitation masks is essential during ventilations to prevent disease transmission.
For effective bag-valve-mask (BVM) ventilation, two rescuers should work together.
Provide ventilations to a child at a rate of one every three seconds.

Initial Assessments

The primary assessment should begin by checking for responsiveness.
If a victim is unresponsive but breathing, place them in a recovery position while waiting for EMS.

Bleeding and Shock Management

Control severe bleeding using available resources; apply pressure with sterile dressings after obtaining consent and putting on gloves.
Signs of shock may include restlessness and irritability in the patient.

Emergency Response Protocols

For respiratory distress, signs include gasping for breath; summon advanced medical personnel if needed.
If you encounter a victim with persistent chest pain, immediately summon EMS personnel.
During scene size-up, form an initial impression to ensure safety and assess the situation.

Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Use

After attaching AED pads, instruct everyone to stand clear before proceeding.
If an AED indicates "no shock is advised," perform CPR for about 2 minutes after the recommendation.

Handling Specific Emergencies

In the event of a seizure in the water, support the victim's head above water until the seizure ends.
For diabetic emergencies, provide glucose tablets to the affected individual.

Pediatric Considerations

When providing care to a conscious infant who is choking, administer chest thrusts using two or three fingers.

Infection Control

Protect against bloodborne pathogens using gloves and breathing barriers during care.

Stroke Symptoms

Symptoms such as slurred speech, inability to lift an arm, and facial drooping may indicate a stroke, and it's crucial to note the time symptoms began.

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Test your knowledge with these lifeguard online exam flashcards. Each card covers essential CPR techniques, emergency response signs, and crucial scene size-up components. Perfect for anyone preparing for lifeguard certification!