Stages of Drowning
Expectations
Emergencies
100
Temporary absence of breathing. Water in mouth and throat that cuts off the air to the lungs. Oxygen to the brain decreases. Victims panic increases as they struggle to keep their head above water. They may or may not signal for help. The victim begins to sink.
inital Apnea
100
Name three lifeguard accessories they should have on stand
hip pack, whistle, sun protection, water, radio, tube
100
When do we use the splint method of bandaging?
never
200
The victim becomes unconscious and stops breathing. Water is present in the lungs. The lack of oxygen to the brain may cause convulsions. Possible evacuation of the bladder and/or bowels.
Terminal Apnea
200
How much of the pool chemicals in the bucket should we put in the water when closing?
All of it
200
What are the three parts of the body included in spinals?
head, neck, and back
300
The heart ceases to function and pump blood. The eyes dilate and the skin turns blue. Without CPR, the lack of oxygen causes irreversible brain damage
Cardiac Arrest (180-300 sec)
300
What are 2 secondary guard duties not during an emergency?
Chem check, sweeping, wrist band, deck checks, heater, member assistance
300
What is a breathing emergency the is not related to medical
emotional distress/ or panic attacks
400
What stage includes Early Warning Signs?
initial Apnea
400
What can you do before work to prepare for your shift?
Eat good food, be hydrated, get a good night’s sleep, keep yourself physically fit
Eat good food, be hydrated, get a good night’s sleep, keep yourself physically fit
400
What acronym do you use for Strokes? And what do the letters stand for?
Face, arms, speech, and time
500
Difficulty breathing. The body and head lower in the water as more water is swallowed. Water begins to enter the lungs. Coughing and vomiting occur. The victim grows weaker from struggling and sinks lower in the water. Lack of oxygen to the brain increases.
Dyspnea (60-90 sec)
500
What would be an automatic fail for a quick check?
Being out of Ratio
500
What is the pediatric cardiac chain of survival?
prevention, recognition and activation of emergency response, high quality CPR, advanced pediatric life support, post 
cardiac arrest care, and recovery