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YMCA Lifeguard Test- C Questions andanswers | Updated 2024/25 RATED A+
The YMCA Lifeguard program recommends that lifeguard zones be designed so that it
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takes no longer than _____ seconds for lifeguards to reach the farthest area of their
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zones. - 20 seconds
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II The YMCA Accident Prevention System is called: - Q-1-2
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There are three advantages to using the Accident Prevention System. Which of the
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following is identified as an advantage of using the system? - It helps lifeguards be
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consistent and fair.
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What is the YMCA Lifeguard Decision-Making Model that will help you make important
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preventive decisions? - PACA
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Of the following statements, which is the best statement to use when providing a warning
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using Q-1-2? - "I saw you running. That is unsafe because the deck is wet. Please walk."
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What is one thing that should always be conducted when guarding day camp, child care,
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rental groups, and special events in the pool? - Safety Swim Test
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II Which one of the following is NOT a lifeguard communication system? - PACA
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Lifeguards should be aware of the physical conditions that affect swimmers. Which of the
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following is a physical condition that could quickly affect a person's ability to swim? -
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Muscle Cramp
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II What indicates that a child is capable of being able to swim in deep water? - Swim Band
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What is the lifeguard's role when guarding instructional classes? - Provide life guarding
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services
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II Swimmers at risk of becoming distressed may display: - Early warning signs
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Which of the following is NOT scanning strategy? - Telling the other lifeguards what you
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see
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There are some positive techniques that lifeguards can use to remain vigilant and avoid
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fatigue. Which of the following is the best combination of those techniques? - Drink
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plenty of water, get a good night's sleep, and periodically change body positions
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, There are several behavioral and visual signs before patrons enter the water that
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lifeguards use to recognize potential victims. Which of the following is one of those signs?
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- Holding onto a small child
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What is the technique used by YMCA lifeguards to ensure that systematic visual sweeps
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are conducted of the facility and patrons? - Scanning
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There are four stages in the drowning process. Which of the following is NOT one of the
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four stages of drowning? - Sleep Apnea
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II How quickly can a person slip below the surface? - Less than 10 seconds
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Which of following is NOT a characteristic of a distressed swimmer? - People using their
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cell phones to call 911 for help
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Inattentional blindness is a term that refers to: - When you fail to notice something
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happen right in front of you because you are focused intently on something else
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The fourth stage of the drowning process is cardiac arrest because the heart ceases to
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pump blood when deprived of oxygen. How long after the drowning process begins can
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this stage happen? - 3-5 minutes
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How is the emergency action plan activated? - Lifeguard blows the whistle or signals the
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alarm or with a rescue tube
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There are common methods for assigning responsibilities for lifeguards during an
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emergency. What are the primary responsibilities for Lifeguard #1? - identifies the victim,
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activates the emergency action plan, and begins the rescue
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Lifeguards must be prepared to respond to both minor and major emergencies. Ensuring
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that you effectively handle real emergencies requires: - Practice
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The purpose of having an emergency action plan is: - For all employees to follow a plan
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and respond quickly
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Who is the sole authority of the pool or waterfront during an emergency action plan? -
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The lifeguard
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When calling 911 or emergency medical services as a lifeguard, which of the following
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should you NOT do? - Tell the operator what you assume happened to the victim so EMS
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can provide faster care
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According to your On the Guard: The YMCA Lifeguard Manual, EAPs include a certain
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number of steps. What is the number? - 5
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