First Aid
Dizziness, sweating, red skin, and thirst are all signs of what?
Heat exhaustion
What 4 medical supplies are needed in the event of a major medical emergency?
First aid kit, Oxygen, Blanket, AED
The spinal hold and carry that should be done in deep water
Vice Grip, spinal carry (lifesaving kick)
What will the legs of a week swimmer look like when they are kicking, during their back glide.
Bent. Kicking at the knee and not the hips.
The ratio of breaths to compressions in CPR is _:_
2:30
At which peripheral oxygen saturation percentage should giving supplemental oxygen be considered?
< 94% sp02
This emergency medical treatment should be done for every minor or major first aid scenario that puts a stress on the body.
Shock treatment. Warmth, ABC's, Rest + Reassurance, Treatment of shock, Semiprone or Suitable position.
What is the order of spine board straps?
Chest, Head, Legs, Feet
You pull a patron out of the water who you determined is unconscious and not breathing, what is the first step in treatment?
2 rescue breaths
Where should the hands be placed for CPR on an adult?
In the center of the chest below the sternum and in line with the nipples.
Is it still necessary to call 911 for a suspected overdose once you've given narcan and the person becomes responsive?
Yes
3 Hallmark signs of a heart attack are:
Chest pain, shortness of breath, nausea/vomiting, pain radiating in jaw or left shoulder
The number one priority of the second responder after the primary responder rolls a spinal victim over in the water in the deep end is
Slip in and check for breathing
3 signs of a drowning patron are:
Wide eyes, panic on face, flailing arms, silent (usually), neck or head under the water, bobbing without rhythm
What is the depth of a compression on an infant during CPR?
1.5 inches
During a major medical emergency, name 4 roles that you could give to bystanders to assist you.
If someone is having a seizure, what treatment should be given until EMS arrives. (3 Things)
Support the head, Semiprone position, monitor ABC's
What should the second responder do before the primary responder lets go of a vice clamp to apply the first strap? (2)
Place PFD under spineboard and then get out of water and secure a long and long grip on the spinal victim
When swimming towards a drowning person, what step comes in between swimming towards them and carrying them to safety?
Dive down, under, and around to secure a hip or chest hold from the back
How do you measure the size for an oropharyngeal airway device? How should it be inserted? (2)
Back of jaw to crease of mouth, curve side up - push into throat, invert to curved side down.
3 major signs of heat stroke are:
Dry clammy skin, confusion, lethargy
How many main roles are there for a resuscitation? Describe each role.
3. One person on CPR, One person on oxygen and non rebreather mask, One person preparing and applying the AED
Which spinal rollover should be used with an unconscious victim in shallow water?
Canadian log
For a single guard DNS - name all the steps in order of the ladder approach
Talk, Throw, Reach, Wade, Swim, Row, Tow, Carry
What are the 2 most important question to ask from somebody who comes to you complaining of chest pain?
Has this ever happened before? Do you take any medications?