CPR
What is the compression to ventilation ratio for adult CPR
30:2
Why is it important to have two people operating a BVM
One to create a seal, one to squeeze the bag. Can't do both at the same time as one person
What are the essential parts to PPE
Gloves and a breathing barrier
A zone should allow a lifeguard to recognize and reach the drowning person in how many seconds?
30 Seconds
You are on stand and notice a patron begin to seize in the water
Activate the EAP and respond
How often should a team response switch to ensure quality cpr
2 minutes or every 5-6 cycles
What should do if a person has body piercings before delivering a shock?
Work around them, do not place pads directly on them
What does SAMPLE stand for
Signs and Symptoms, Allergies, Medications, Pertinent Past Medical History, Last Oral Intake, Events Leading up to the scene
When is a slide-in entry the most appropriate?
Suspected spinal injuries or crowded pool
There is a spinal incident in the rec pool and you are in the office when radioed
Move to the Rec Pool and grab the backboard to assist
What technique is used for giving compressions for an infant?
Encircling Thumbs
What should you do if you only have adult pads for an Infant in cardiac arrest?
Place the adult pads on the front and back of the infant
What acronym can be used to respond to a suspected stroke?
FAST
Face, Arms, Speech, Time to call 911
What is the most appropriate save for an unresponsive drowning person at the surface facing you
Passive Front Save "J Hook"
You are the primary rescuer providing CPR to a patron collapsed in the locker room. The guard you have radioed comes in to help.
When arriving on scene already in action, what is the first thing you should check for?
9-1-1 has been called
Who is the person responsible for maintaining an open airway and seal when operating a BVM
The Airway Manager
What is recovery position?
A side-lying position used to maintain a clear airway in unconscious patients without injuries who are breathing adequately. Or if vomiting or if you have to leave and get help
How to care for a seizure in water
Call 911, Support head and shoulder above water
Remove when over, assess care needed, provide cpr if needed
During a swim meet, an athlete becomes unconscious and you have performed the rescue.
What is technique is used to open a persons airway with no spinal injury suspected
Jaw-Thrust Maneuver
What does AED stand for
Automatic External Defibrillator
What are the steps to caring for a mouth/teeth injury if no head/neck injury is suspected?
Rinse with water, Lay on side or lean forward, Try to prevent blood from being swallowed, apply dressing, or ice to reduce swelling
What are the steps to a suspected spinal rescue?
Please refer to LGI for full answer
A parent approaches you with their child saying that they have hit their head, it is swelling and you can see that their nose is bleeding.
Call 911, ask the child to sit down and provide care while EMS is on the way.