Backboarding Procedure and Rescuer Tasks Quiz

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Which step involves rescuer number one securing the victim using the arm clamp?

  • Step one (correct)
  • Step four
  • Step two
  • Step three

What is the purpose of using a backboard with at least three straps, a head immobilizer, and head chin straps?

  • To stabilize the victim's head and neck
  • To remove the victim from the water
  • To secure the victim on the backboard (correct)
  • To provide advanced medical care

What should rescuer number two do when the backboard starts to float upwards under the victim?

  • Adjust the board underwater to better position it (correct)
  • Press the backboard underwater using a wide grip
  • Secure the victim's body using the forearm clamp
  • Secure the straps across the victim's body

What should rescuer number one do once the board has been positioned at the edge?

<p>Remove their arm and elbow from under the victim (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should rescuer number two do to secure the head using the chin and forehead straps?

<p>Tightly secure the chin and forehead straps (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should both rescuers do once the victim is completely secured?

<p>Begin continued assessment of the ABCs (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should rescuer number one do after exiting the pool?

<p>Position themselves at the head of the victim on the pool deck (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should rescuer number two do after rescuer number one exits the pool?

<p>Take position at the foot end of the board (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should rescuer number one do while slowly pulling the board out of the water?

<p>Support the board by balancing the bottom with their leg (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

When should rescuer number two secure the straps across the victim's body?

<p>Step five (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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