StarGuard 5E Study Guide Questions and Answers Rated A+

StarGuard 5E Study Guide Questions and Answers Rated A+ What should lifeguards be aware of at all times? Their Water What will occupy the majority of a lifeguard's time while on stand? Searching their water Are extended breath holding activities allowed? Why or why not? Not allowed because it can be mistaken for drowning What does it mean to observe standard (universal) precautions? Consider and treat all bodily fluids and bodily substances as though they were contaminated. What does RWI stand for? Recreational water illness What should you know about other people's blood and bodily fluids? The fluids are potentially infectious. What should you do if another person's bodily fluids come in contact with a break in your skin? Wash the area with soap and water. How should bleach solutions be prepared? one-part bleach and nine-part water. What is cryptosporidium, and how long does it survive in properly maintained swimming pool water? a germ found in diarrhea that can last up to 11 days. What is the difference between loose and solid stool, and how do they affect an aquatic environment differently? loose stool like diarrhea can contain millions of germs that spread quickly through the water. What is the difference between distress and drowning? a drowning persons mouth and nose are covered with water, and the head cannot be lifted or brought to the surface to breathe. What organs are at the greatest risk for permanent damage during drowning? The brain and heart. What happens when a drowning person tries to breathe? The person may swallow large amounts of water. What is the correct descriptions of drowning? drowning is a process with three possible outcomes: survival without brain damage, survival with brain damage, or death. What is the term you would use if the person experienced a drowning incident, but did not die? Non-fatal drowning. How do you determine what is shallow water? a person's height. Describe the different areas you may find a drowning person in the water. Floating near the bottom of the pool, lying on the bottom of the pool, floating on the surface, or floating just under the surface. Why might an unresponsive person appear to be moving? movement of the water created by others or pool currents may cause an unresponsive person to move. Why is it important to begin rescue breathing for an unresponsive drowning person as quickly as possible? to prevent or minimize brain damage. The length of time a person is submerged is the most important predictor of survival. Why or why not? brain damage and death generally occur within several minutes after the person has gone under. The length of submersion relates to survival outcomes. How often should you watch your zone? all of the time, and no other assigned tasks should intrude. What is scanning? searching the water in a systematic way. How can you tell a responsive person from an unresponsive person apart? look to see that the person lifts his or her head to breathe within a few seconds. (look for Life) Are lifeguards considered a part of the pre-hospital system? yes After early recognition, what is the next critical link in the chain of survival for an unresponsive drowning person? time to first rescue breath, early rescue breathing What are the components of the STAAR aquatic rescue model? Scan, Target, Assess, Alert, Rescue. What is the most important thing to do when calling 9-1-1? listen carefully to the dispatcher. What is a good characteristic of a good EAP? it is practiced using realistic scenarios. What is the objective of using a rescue tube? to minimize body-to-body contact between yourself and a distressed swimmer or drowning victim. What is the best water entry method, and why is it used? Compact jump, lowers your risk for injuries to your back, leg or feet. How do you perform the front and rear rescue techniques? Front: push the tube firmly into the persons chest. What are the benefits of the leg-wrap rescue? it limits upper-body contact, keeps your hands free, and the rescuer doesn't have to submerge as deeply as with other methods. What should you do following a rescue? instruct the person to watch for excessive cough, difficulty breathing, or any other worrisome symptoms that develop within 8 hours after the incident and to seek medical care immediately if these develop. Based on current evidence, what is true of someone who has had a neck or spine injury? the injury occurred at the time of impact; it will not be made worse if the head, neck, or spine move. What are the symptoms of a spinal injury? head, neck, or back pain, intoxication, altered mental status, numbness/ tingling, serious trauma anywhere on the body. What is the purpose of strapping a person to backboard and placing head immobilization device. (HIDs) for a spinal emergency? for transportation purposes. What term may be used to describe a person who is experiencing any or all of these symptoms; confusion, slowed thinking, loss of balance, impaired vision. Altered mental status. What is the difference between active and passive spinal motion restriction? How do you provide them? Passive; tell the person not to make movements that cause further pain and guide her to a seated or lying position. Active; Manually hold the persons head to limit movement You are providing care to a responsive person who has been injured. Blood is streaming out of a large wound in the leg. What should you do to control the bleeding? Apply direct pressure with an absorbent pad until bleeding stops Someone has fallen and has a sharp pain and swelling in their right leg, and it looks slightly bent. What steps should you take? Manually stabilize the injured leg Describe why you would place someone who has a suspected pain medication overdose into the recovery position if they are breathing properly. To maintain and protect the Airway What is the appropriate response for someone having breathing difficulty and has a history of asthma? Have them in a comfortable position and see if they have a medically prescribed inhaler. If needed, you can assist the person in using the inhaler. If symptoms do not subside or they worsen after ten minutes, activate EMS. What is sudden cardiac arrest (SCA)? Malfunction of the hearts electrical system. You find someone who has pale and sweaty skin and feels as if there is a heavy weight on his/her chest. They also are having trouble catching their breath. What should you do? Allow him to find a position of comfort and activate EMS. How would you treat someone who is experiencing heat related illness? Aggressively cool his body by pouring water, fanning, and applying ice packs. What is secondary cardiac arrest? heart stoppage resulting from lack of oxygen. What is the proper rate for compressions? At least 100 but not more than 120 times per minute. How many compressions should be given to a child when there are 2 responders? 15 Compressions. What should responders be doing when an AED is analyzing a victim's heart rhythm? Not touching the patient, staying clear. How should you respond when giving care to a person who has foam coning from their nose and mouth? Breathe through the foam. What are the characteristics of performing high-quality effective chest compressions? Push hard and fast, but don't lean on the chest between compressions. What should you do between each chest compression that you give? Release the pressure so the chest can completely recoil. When giving compressions, how should you position your hands, arms, and shoulders? In line, with the arms straight, the elbows locked, and the shoulders over the hands. How many initial rescue breaths should be given upon contact with an unresponsive drowning victim? Five 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 to or down from a lifeguard station. What sort of actions can take away from a lifeguard's professional image? Twirling a whistle How should you communicate with a person with a disability? don't make assumptions and talk to the person the way you would want someone to talk to you. When might an animal be allowed on the pool deck? The animal is trained to assist a person who has a medical condition or disability. What is a zero-depth entry? The area of a wave pool that resembles a beach shoreline. How often are slide and attraction inspections conducted? Daily, before a facility opens What is an e-stop? A button or switch that shutdown the wave action or water flow. How are slide dispatch rates determined? Length of time it takes a patron to ride and then move out of the slide path. What is an SOP and what does it contain? Standard Operating Procedure. It contains information on Rider restrictions, staffing. Training, water flow. Rider vehicles. Rules. And emergency Procedures. What are the most common sources of waterslide injury? Impact with another person, the slide, or the ground. How often should you give verbal instructions to guests using a waterslide? Every Rider, every time. In the event of an unresponsive person in a wave pool, why might extrication times be longer than in a traditional pool? Larger area, crowded conditions, and possible wave action. Why might you need to walk or stand while scanning a waterpark attraction? To be able to see around curves, play structures, or waterfalls. What type of regulator should be used for an emergency oxygen system? Fixed Flow Regulator What is the purpose of the regulator? To control the rate of oxygen flow. What are some good safe handling procedures for emergency oxygen systems? Do not use oil, grease, or adhesive tape on or near the system. Why must emergency oxygen be stored away from heat, spark, flame and explosive materials? It is a compressed gas that supports combustions when flame or spark are present. When available, why is it beneficial to administer emergency oxygen to a person who is unresponsive die to drowning? It increases the amount of oxygen delivered to the person. What is needed to connect the tubing attached to a BVM or CCPR mask to an emergency oxygen system? inlet port Why should you crack the valve slightly before attaching the regulator? to expel foreign matter from the outlet port of the valve. What is the difference between a medical oxygen system and an emergency oxygen system? A prescription is required for medical oxygen but not for an emergency oxygen system. What is the function of the indicator gauge on an emergency oxygen system? Shows how much oxygen is in the cylinder. What conditions should be avoided when storing an emergency oxygen system? extreme temperatures.