The LSS
What are 3 training opportunities available beyond Bronze Cross?
Always ask a victim to take _______? Why?
2 deep breaths. For secondary drowning.
What are the three types of scanning patterns we talked about?
Starburst, arching, and zig-zag
Who hangs up when on call with EMS?
What should you do before approaching a victim?
Check for hazards
What is the LSS motto?
"Whomsoever you see in distress, recognize in them a fellow human being"
What is the AVPU acronym for? What does it stand for?
Level of Consciousness
Alert Verbal stimuli Painful stimuli Unconscious
How long should a full and effective scan take?
10-30 seconds
Is it possible to ask too many questions to a victim? Why or why not?
Yes, they may get too overwhelmed and go into shock or something worse.
What should you do before touching a victim?
Do LOC assessment. Put on PPE (gloves and have mask ready)
What are 2 examples of how the LSS aquatic safety standards contribute to its drowning prevention mission?
How do you treat for shock?
WARTS (Warmth, ABC, Rest and assurance, Treatment, Semi-prone (recovery) position)
What is an area called that needs extra attention? (diving boards, ladders, etc.)
A hot-spot
How should you communicate with general patrons?
Patiently, stern but calm, and clear with reason.
When the victim is found in water start with ___? Found on land?
Breaths
Compressions
What is the LSS mission and vision?
To prevent drowning and reduce water-related injury.
A Canada free from drowning and water-related injury.
What does SAMPLES stand for?
Signs, allergies, medications, past medical history, last oral intake, events leading up to, symptoms.
Your initial head count is 18, you count again and get 17. What could have happened?
Someone left water, someone is obscured, someone is submerged or difficult to see.
How should you make sure there is good, clear communication amongst lifeguard?
Follow up with what you are doing, non-aggressive tones, constructive communication.
What do you do when a victim starts breathing?
Put in semi-prone (recovery) position, cover with blanket/towel, and monitor. Treat as needed
What is the LSS's role in training and certification of Canada's lifeguards?
Establishes and regularly updates curriculum and performance standards for NL's based on research and international best practices.
What is Shallow Water Blackout?
When there is an insufficient amount of carbon dioxide to activate the body's natural impulse to breathe.
A group of teens begin horseplay by a ladder. What should you keep track of?
Number of people, type of activity, increase/decrease in group size, escalation of activity, location, nearby swimmers and obstacles.
What are the three main whistle blows and what are they used for?
1 long -> major
2 short -> minor
3 short -> clear the pool
What do you do when a victim starts puking?
Turn to semi-prone (recovery) position. When finished puking, scoop puke out. Roll onto back, check airway and breathing. Continue CPR as needed.