Signs & Symptoms
This term refers to a short period of abnormal brain activity, usually lasting 1 to 3 minutes, that can cause symptoms like involuntary shaking movements, trouble breathing, and passing out.
a seizure
This written document guides the actions of lifeguards and other staff members of an aquatic emergency?
EAP
To ensure high-quality CPR, a lifeguard should keep any interruptions to chest compressions, such as when switching roles, to less than how many seconds?
10 secs
A lifeguard station response time testing should be completed within how many minutes?
1 min 40 secs
What is the Rec address?
3450 Sun Bowl Dr
After determining that the scene is safe, this is the first step in the Primary or Initial Assessment for an Adult
Perform the shout-tap sequence, checking for their level of consciousness.
What action should a lifeguard take when they hear thunder in the distance?
We remain open
A lifeguard is performing a rapid assessment on an adult patron who suddenly collapsed. After opening the patron's airway, the lifeguard simultaneously checks for breathing and a pulse, which are both absent.
Based on these signs, what medical emergency is the person experiencing?
Cardiac Arrest
A passive drowning person has been extricated from the water. During the rapid assessment, the lifeguard determines that the person has no pulse and is in cardiac arrest.
What should be the lifeguard's first action for this passive drowning person?
2 ventilations
What is SAMPLE? When do we use it?
Signs & Symptoms
Allergies
Medications
Past Medical History
Last Oral Intake
Events leading to Incident
A victim experiencing sudden weakness or numbness of the face, an arm or a leg, difficulty with speech, blurred vision, dizziness and confusion may be experiencing this life threatening condition
Stroke
Elaborate in detail the closing procedures.
KEY DETAILS
trash
report
CO2
chemicals
check & lock doors
turn off lights & clock
clean equipment
When do we stop CPR?
ROSC-He comes back to life
Scene is too dangerous
Too Tired
EMS arrives
Death
*Bonus* DNR
A Patron is passive drowning person in the water. Explain your save in detail.
KEY DETAILS
Activate EAP
Extract no more than 1 min 40 secs
Perform Rapid Assessment
CPR (begin with 2 vents)
EMS is called
What is the effect of using pediatric AED pads on an adult?
The shock delivered will NOT be sufficient to correct the abnormal heart rhythm.
After performing a rapid extrication, explain in detail what the next steps are? How many mini cycles are one big cycle?
KEY DETAILS
rapid assesment
call EMS
cpr-begin with 2 vents.
5 mini cycles are one big cycle.
The fire alarm goes off (not a drill), explain the process. Where are the three important locations?
LOCATIONS
Outside by the pool to the left corner
In the front
Outside by OAP/Fields
You have found an unconscious patron on the floor, elaborate on your steps of care.
KEY DETAILS
rapid assesment
call EMS
cpr
A patron complains about suspected head/back injuries; what is the steps you take? In detail.
KEY DETAILS
activate EAP
slide-in entry
head-splint technique & in-line stablization
patience
Call EMS
What does AED mean? Where are the locations?
Automated External Defibrillator.
LOCATIONS
Pool
Front desk
Cardio
MAC
The recommended amount of chest compressions per minute?
When calling a switch, when do we call it?
100-120 chest compressions per minute
Switch is on one (ex: switch, 2,3,4,5,...)
What are all the names of the coordinators and departments?
Name two supervisors (not aquatics)
Coordinators: Britney(aquatics), Alec (facilities/opening), Antuan(Director), Mike (Assc. Director), Alicia (asst. director), Daniela (fitness), Mark (intramurals), Teresa (cleaning), Marcy (HR/admin), Heri(buld. operator), Yoli(Busn. Coordinator), Daniel (OAP)
Compression depth for infant/children/adult?
Infant- about 1.5 inches
child- about 2 inches
adult- at least 2 inches
During a spinal rescue in the water, lifeguards use this technique to keep the victim’s head, neck, and spine aligned.
In-line stabilization
What is RICE?
What is BVM?
What is Fast?
Explain what they are used for.
RICE - rest, immobilize/ice, cold/compress, elevate
injuries (ex: sprain, strains, soft tissue, joints)
BVM - Bag valve mask
what for? A BVM is used to manually give ventilations to patrons who cannot breathe properly.
FAST - face, speech, arm, time
why? for signs of strokes.