Lifeguard Hand Signals
Stop The Bleed
Stages of Drowning
General Lifeguard Information
100
What does this hand signal mean?
Hold/Stop Dispatch
100
In Stop the Bleed class we learn 3 ways we can stop someone from bleeding. What are these 3 methods called? (hint: PPT)
1. Pressure
2. Packing
3. Tourniquet
100
What is the first and last stage of drowning?
1. Surprise
6. Death
100
What are some reasons we would close the pool?
Weather (Feels like temperature goes below 40 F, thunder or lightning within 6 miles)
The bottom of the pool becomes unclear
AFR
200
What two things are said when this hand signal is given?
1. I got your water.
2. Your water is clear.
200
In a situation when you are providing help to someone who is bleeding, what is your first priority?
Your safety
200
What mnemonic did we learn in lifeguarding class that can help us remember the 6 stages of drowning?
Sally
Ran
Under
Her
Car and
Died
200
What are some ways we can battle fatigue when on stand?
Change scanning pattern
Get plenty of sleep the day before
Drink water and stay hydrated
Eat a healthy meal
Wear your PPE
300
What does it mean when this hand signal is given?
All Clear
300
Can you apply a tourniquet to the neck? Why or why not?
No, you would restrict the windpipe.
300
What stage of drowning does this describe: - The guest is unable to remain on the surface and therefore breath.
Respiratory Arrest
300
Describe vigilance.
Being alert, attentive and always prepared to react while on watch. Vigilance is a proactive strategy applied to protect guests
400
What does this hand signal mean?
Watch my area
400
What are the ABCs of Stop The Bleed?
A - Alert 911
B - Bleeding
C - Compression
400
What stage of drowning does this describe: Not taking in oxygen combined with the struggle.
Unconsciousness
400
What can acronym help you recognize a guest who is having a stroke?
F - Face
A - Arms
S - Speech
T - Time
500
What does it mean when a lifeguard waves their rescue tube side to side?
It is use to signal for help or to get attention
500
You are treating a guest who is bleeding profusely from a deep cut on their arm. You have applied a tourniquet, but the wound is still losing a lot of blood. What is your next step?
Apply a second tourniquet 2-3 inches above the first tourniquet, unless the second tourniquet would be on a joint (elbow or knee) then the second tourniquet is placed directly above the joint.
500
What stage of drowning does this describe: The heart is unable to properly function due to low oxygen levels.
Cardiac Arrest
500
If a guest sprains their ankle, what can we do to provide the guest care?
Rest
Ice
Compress
Elevate