Lifeguarding skills Exam B Q&A
1. She is in danger of becoming an active victim if not assisted: During a
morning adult lap swim, you notice a swimmer who slows down and is no longer
able to make any forward progress. Which of the following is true?
2. Information about what type of chemicals are in use at the facility.: The
hazard communication standard includes having MSDS information available. What
is included in this information?
3. Minimize movement of the victim's head and neck using the head splint
technique.: For a head, neck or spinal injury in the water
4. When a lifeguard enters the water for a rescue.: If three lifeguards are on duty,
emergency backup coverage takes place
5. You should suspect a head, neck or spinal injury. Immediately provide man-
ual stabilization of the victim's head and neck and summon EMS personnel.: A
patron comes up to you complaining of neck pain. He says his hands and feet are
tingling. What injury might you suspect, and what care would you provide?
6. Ensuring there are multiple activities planned for the group: Which of the
following is the least important for a safe group visit to a pool?
7. AFRs require water treatment, temporary pool closure and immediate life-
guard attention.: Which of the following is true about accidental fecal releases
(AFRs)?
8. Head splint.: A technique used in the water to minimize movement of the victim's
head and neck is the
9. You have been assigned to total coverage: Which of the following is true if the
manager of the facility has assigned you as the only lifeguard conducting patron
surveillance?
10. Move him into the H.A.IN.E.S. position.: You enter the mechanical room
andfind a maintenance worker lying on his back on the floor next to a ladder. You
check the scene and determine it is safe to enter. During your primary assess-
ment, you find the victim is unconscious but breathing.Youmustleavetogethelp. What
shouldyou do?
11. Gloves, resuscitation mask, rescue tube: Which of the following pieces of
equipment must a lifeguard have instantly accessible at all times?
12. Following rescue procedures, informing management and conducting
staff debriefings.: During an in service training, lifeguardspractice the steps of an
emergency action plan, such as
13. Immediately stop him from continuing the activity and explain the dangers
of the activity.: You are lifeguarding during a family swim session when you notice
a swimmer swimming full lengths of the pool under water. What should you do?
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1. She is in danger of becoming an active victim if not assisted: During a
morning adult lap swim, you notice a swimmer who slows down and is no longer
able to make any forward progress. Which of the following is true?
2. Information about what type of chemicals are in use at the facility.: The
hazard communication standard includes having MSDS information available. What
is included in this information?
3. Minimize movement of the victim's head and neck using the head splint
technique.: For a head, neck or spinal injury in the water
4. When a lifeguard enters the water for a rescue.: If three lifeguards are on duty,
emergency backup coverage takes place
5. You should suspect a head, neck or spinal injury. Immediately provide man-
ual stabilization of the victim's head and neck and summon EMS personnel.: A
patron comes up to you complaining of neck pain. He says his hands and feet are
tingling. What injury might you suspect, and what care would you provide?
6. Ensuring there are multiple activities planned for the group: Which of the
following is the least important for a safe group visit to a pool?
7. AFRs require water treatment, temporary pool closure and immediate life-
guard attention.: Which of the following is true about accidental fecal releases
(AFRs)?
8. Head splint.: A technique used in the water to minimize movement of the victim's
head and neck is the
9. You have been assigned to total coverage: Which of the following is true if the
manager of the facility has assigned you as the only lifeguard conducting patron
surveillance?
10. Move him into the H.A.IN.E.S. position.: You enter the mechanical room
andfind a maintenance worker lying on his back on the floor next to a ladder. You
check the scene and determine it is safe to enter. During your primary assess-
ment, you find the victim is unconscious but breathing.Youmustleavetogethelp. What
shouldyou do?
11. Gloves, resuscitation mask, rescue tube: Which of the following pieces of
equipment must a lifeguard have instantly accessible at all times?
12. Following rescue procedures, informing management and conducting
staff debriefings.: During an in service training, lifeguardspractice the steps of an
emergency action plan, such as
13. Immediately stop him from continuing the activity and explain the dangers
of the activity.: You are lifeguarding during a family swim session when you notice
a swimmer swimming full lengths of the pool under water. What should you do?
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