Red cross Lifeguard Exam with Questions and Answers

Red cross Lifeguard Exam with Questions and Answers Protective Equipment ANSWER Resuscitation mask Gloves BVM AED First Aid BVM ANSWER Bag-Valve Mask Resuscitator Drowning ANSWER The process of experiencing respiratory impairment from submersion or immersion in liquid. Sudden closure of the larynx (larynogasm) Cardiac Arrest after 3 mins Brain damage/death 4 - 6 mins EMS ANSWER Emergency Medical Service RID factor ANSWER Recognition, Intrusion, Distraction Recognition failure of drowning Secondary taking priority Socializing Dangerous situation ANSWER bobbing near the water surface crawling on pool wall out of adult supervision clinging to stat afloat improper life jacket wear water wings/pool toy Distressed swimmer ANSWER A person capable of staying afloat, but likely to need assistance to get to safety. Drowning Person ANSWER a person who is experiencing the process of drowning Active Drowning ANSWER ~ Head is titled back with face looking up ~ May not be able to call out for help ~ Struggles to breath