Prevention
How often should you reapply sunscreen?
Every 2 hours
How many types of drowning victims are there?
2- active and passive
What does EAP stand for?
Emergency Action Plan
You should not perform a wading assist if the water is above...
Chest level
Who should life jackets should be approved by?
U.S Coast Guard
What are 3 reasons that make drinking alcohol in or around the water dangerous?
Affects judgment, blurred vision, affects balance
What are 3 indicators that someone has a head, neck or spinal injury?
-Change in level of consciousness
-Tingling or loss of sensation in arms, legs, etc.
-Blood out of nose and/or ears
What is EMS?
A network of community recourses that cares for victims in emergencies
True or False- If someone is having a seizure in the water, you should extricate them immediately.
False- Support the victim's head in the water to make sure their airway stays above the water.
What are 3 things that can be used for a throwing assist?
Rescue tube, beach ball, kick board
What is the most important thing to do to prevent heat-related illnesses?
Stay hydrated
What are the characteristics of a passive drowning victim?
Not moving, unconscious
In what situation is the HELP position used?
When awaiting help in cold water while wearing a life jacket.
What is the position used to stabilize a victim that has a head, neck or spinal injury? Demonstrate.
Head splint
What is used to extricate victims from the water?
A backboard
What can you wear to protect yourself from hypothermia?
A wetsuit
When should the beach drag not be used?
If the victim has a head, neck or spinal injury
What should you do if you find yourself alone in open water without a life jacket?
Survival float and wait for help, inflate your pants if you have, grab onto something that floats
What would you do if there is a victim near the edge of the pool, but there is no equipment available to perform a reaching assist?
Lie on the deck and extend an arm or leg
What does PFD stand for?
Personal Flotation Device
What should a swimmer with pool water competency be able to do?
Turn 360 degrees, orient themselves to the nearest exit, tread water, etc.
How does a distressed swimmer differ from an active drowning victim?
Distressed- can call for help, making some forward movement
Active- cannot call for help, struggling to keep their face above the water
What are 2 possible follow-up procedures that need to be completed after an emergency?
Report the incident to appropriate authorities, check equipment and supplies
What would you advise someone who fell through ice to do?
Prop elbows up, strong breast stroke kick, and crawl/roll away off the ice.
What does AED stand for?
Automated External Defibrillator