Lifeguard- YMCA, YMCA LIFEGUARD Exam Questions With Correct Answers
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YMCA LIFEGUARD
Lifeguard- YMCA, YMCA LIFEGUARD
Exam Questions With Correct Answers
What are the steps of Q-1-2? - answerQ: Question
1: First warning
2: Take a break (child or teen)
How should you give a warning in step 1 of Q-1-2? - answer- I saw...
- That is...
- Please...
What type of coverage do we use...
Lifeguard- YMCA, YMCA LIFEGUARD
Exam Questions With Correct Answers
What are the steps of Q-1-2? - answer✔✔Q: Question
1: First warning
2: Take a break (child or teen)
How should you give a warning in step 1 of Q-1-2? - answer✔✔- I saw...
- That is...
- Please...
What type of coverage do we use? - answer✔✔Zone coverage
What are the steps for rotation on an elevated guard stand? - answer✔✔- Replacement lifeguard
stand scans as elevated lifeguard climbs down
- Once on the ground, the previous lifeguard should scan the area until the replacement lifeguard
is seated
- At this time, the lifeguard being replaced shares any special issues or concerns about patrons
with the incoming lifeguard
- The incoming lifeguard scans the bottom, middle, and surface of the pool in the specified zone,
determines that it is clear, and verbally states "clear"
- The outgoing lifeguard then reconfirms that the bottom, middle and surface of the zone are
clear and verbally states "clear"
- When both lifeguards are certain the area is clear, the rotation can continue
One short whistle blast is used to...? - answer✔✔Get swimmers' attention
Two short whistle blasts are used to...? - answer✔✔Get other lifeguards' attention
One long blast is used to...? - answer✔✔Initiate emergency procedures
High risk areas in pools include: - answer✔✔- Pool deck
- Ladders
- Lifeline
What are some physical conditions that may affect swimmers? - answer✔✔- Panic
- Cramps
- Swimming after eating
- Breath-holding and hyperventilation
What emotional state cause drowning?What causes this emotional state? - answer✔✔Panic;
sudden fear or when a person feels they are faced with a suddenly life-threatening emergency
How do you relieve a cramp? - answer✔✔- Stretch cramped muscle slow and steady
- Hold stretch as long as it is comfortable
- Continue to stretch muscle as long as pain is evident
How should you move your head when scanning - answer✔✔Swivel head from side to side and
make a pronounced downward sweep, moving head and eyes to look directly at each area. Stop
eyes every 10 to 15 degrees.
You are the only rescuer, you begin CPR on a 20-year old victim. How many
compressions/breathes? - answer✔✔30 compressions & 2 breaths
You are the only rescuer, you begin CPR on an 8-year old victim. How many
compressions/breathes? - answer✔✔30 compressions & 2 breaths
You are the only rescuer, you begin CPR on a 2-year old victim. How many
compressions/breathes? - answer✔✔30 compressions & 2 breaths
In the EAP, what is the role of Lifeguard #1 (lifeguard who identifies the victim, activates the
EAP, and begins the rescue)? - answer✔✔- Activates the EAP
- Determines appropriate action to reach victim (nonswimming or swimming)
- Rescues victim (and, if necessary, begins rescue breathing)
- Removes victim from water
- Provides emergency care, including CPR and applying an AED if needed
In the EAP, what is the role of Lifeguard #2 (lifeguard closest to incident/rescue)? - answer✔✔-
Takes over LG#1 and LG#3's zones
- Directs and monitors patrons
- In a major emergency, clears the pool and sends patrons to the locker rooms
- Sends additional staff to monitor locker rooms
- Secures pool area and aids LG#1 if needed
In the EAP, what is the role of Lifeguard #3 (next closest lifeguard after lifeguard #2)? -
answer✔✔- Ensures EMS is called
- Allow LG#2 to take over zone and clear pool
- Activate crisis communication plan
- Meets EMS at entrance
- Brings EMS to the victim the best way possible
In the EAP, what is the role of Lifeguard #4 (farthest from the incident)? - answer✔✔- Clear
zone or have another lifeguard clear zone
- Bring/prep emergency equipment (AED, O2, first aid kit, gloves, towels, backboard)
- Help remove/position victim
- Assist LG#1, prep victim for AED
- Continue emergency care and monitor AED
What is a shepherd's crook/reaching pole used for? - answer✔✔- Can be used as a means of a
rescue without having to enter the water
- Can be used to reach out to a conscious victim, loop can reach around an unconscious victim
What is a ring buoy used for? - answer✔✔- Can provide nonlifeguards a way to rescue a
distressed swimmer who is out of reach of a crook or reaching pole
- Effective only for helping a swimmer who can reach it
- You can throw it and pull them to shore
What is a throw bag used for? - answer✔✔- Consists of a 75-foot rope coiled inside of a bag
- Can reach victims at distances far beyond reach of the ring buoy
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