CPR + Rescue Breathing
What is the ratio of compressions to breathes for child
30:2
Where should you tie the knot of the bandage when caring for a bleeding wound?
30 seconds
How old does a child have to be by themselves in the water with no parental supervision?
5 and above
What is Anthony's least favorite red cross save?
Deep water Spinal
(submerged)
What changes about 2 person CPR
potentially the ratio (for a child)
You can use a BVM for breathes
What is the first step in treatment for a burn
Remove the victim from the source of the burn
What sort of entry should you use to enter the water for a spinal victim in an empty pool?
Slide-in
13-17 must be able to swim 6 lengths and tread water for 1 minute
What is Anthony's favorite red cross save?
J-Hook (Passive face down at the surface or slightly submerged)
What is the most important thing that we as lifeguards can do in the ADULT cardiac chain of survival.
Summon EMS
How do we treat shock?
We can help the person maintain a comfortable position preferably lying down
Maintain body temperature by offering a towel or blanket or assisting in the removal of clothing
Do NOT give the victim anything by the mouth (No water, or meds)
Be comforting and provide reassurance
Continue to Monitor
How often should you move your head
Scanning should be as continuous as possible but definitely no more than 5-6 seconds between head movements.
Do we allow items that are NOT ours that are very similar or identical to lilypads?
What employee skill is Anthony clearly most passionate about?
Being on time, Respect, or Communication
How long is between breathes for infant rescue breathing?
2-3 seconds
When should you ask or consent? When is consent implied?
Consent is implied for a child without a guardian present and consent is implied for those who are unresponsive.
What are the 3 things you should do first before offering care to a responsive adult?
Size up the scene, Gloves/PPE, Ask for consent
What are ALL the rules surrounding puddle jumpers?
Must have a parent within arm's reach
Can not be inflatable
We do not check for Coast Guard Approval
Puddle jumpers cannot be connected with buckles or velcro
What is Anthony's least favorite cleaning task?
Squeegeeing
Never unless you physically cannot continue without threatening your own safety
If signs of life return
What are the symptoms of Heat Stroke
changes in mental status
unresponsiveness
pale, hot, and dry skin
nausea
At what point do we extricate an individual having a seizure in the water? Do we call 911 for an individual we know has seizures if it takes place in the water?
Never unless EMS arrives and specifically demands it.
Always call 911 for any in-water seizure.
What are all the rules surrounding clear inner tubes?
They cannot go anywhere other than the lazy river loop.
They cannot be flipped, stacked, jumped into, or sat on outside of the pool.
One tube per person, one person per tube.
What is SARAH's biggest pet peeve?
Hanging out in the guard room