Name 4 different water entries.
- Correct Answer - 1) controlled seated entry
2) back roll entry
3) shore entry
4) surf entry
Describe the 2 emergency out-of-air ascents.
- Correct Answer - 1) alternate air source ascent - alert buddy you
are out of air with appropriate signal. Buddy gives partner their
octo properly. Agree to ascend with right arms linked and left hand
holding up inflator hose. Ascend normally. The receiver of the octo
must orally inflate BCD at surface.
2) Emergency controlled ascent - When out of air and buddy is
farther away from you than the surface is. Keep regulator in
mouth, make "ahh" sound as you ascend at a controlled rate.
Orally inflate BCD at surface.
,How do you vent air from a BCD?
- Correct Answer - By holding the end of your inflator hose over
your head and depressing the inflator button
A properly weighted scuba diver should float at _____ when their
BCD is deflated and lungs are fully inflated.
- Correct Answer - eye level
How do you relieve a leg cramp?
- Correct Answer - By bending forward at the waist and grabbing
your fin and pulling it toward you as you straighten your leg.
What is the reciprocal of a 200-degree heading?
- Correct Answer - 20 degrees
Define risk management.
- Correct Answer - a means of preventing problems and planning
a response to any emergency that may arise. Involves planning
ahead, employing good diving practices, and knowing what to do
before an emergency arises.
, Why should you avoid consuming drugs or alcohol prior to a dive?
- Correct Answer - The use of alcohol and drugs greatly increases
the risk of decompression sickness in divers. It also alters
judgment and decision making.
Smoking interferes with respiration and circulation and can hinder
gas exchange in the lungs.
Important to be in good physical and mental health when diving.
What elements should you and your buddy agree on before the
dive?
- Correct Answer - A dive plan that contains objectives
compromised by both divers.
Familiarizing yourselves with the dive site and conditions.
Determining entry and exit points.
Deciding the direction in which you will travel.
Reviewing hand signals.
Agreeing upon dive time, maximum depth and minimum cylinder
pressure.
Lost buddy and emergency procedures.
Who the leader is.
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