Surveillance Basics
What is a lifeguard's primary responsibility while on duty?
Conducting surveillance to prevent drowning and injuries.
What type of swimmer can usually call for help or grab a lane line?
Distressed swimmer.
What flotation device is commonly carried by lifeguards?
Rescue Tube or Boyue
What is the recommended chest compression rate?
100 - 120 per minute
What medication treats anaphylaxis?
Epinephrine
How frequently should a lifeguard complete a scan of their entire assigned zone?
Every 30 seconds.
What type of drowning person may be vertical, with arms pressing down and no forward movement?
Active drowning person
What equipment is commonly used for rapid extrication of a passive drowning person?
Backbaord
What is the single-rescuer adult CPR ratio?
30:2
What medication may help someone having an asthma attack?
Quick-relief inhaler.
What should a lifeguard move while scanning to see all patrons effectively?
Their head and eyes.
What type of drowning person may be motionless at the surface or submerged?
Passive drowning person.
What equipment helps protect a rescuer during rescue breathing?
Resuscitation mask
How deep should adult compressions be?
At least 2 inches
Name two common signs of stroke.
Facial drooping and slurred speech.
What is preventive lifeguarding?
Recognizing and stopping dangerous behavior before an emergency occurs.
Approximately how long may an actively drowning person remain at the surface?
20–60 seconds.
What does BVM stand for?
Bag Valve Mask
How deep should infant compressions be?
About 1½ inches.
What medicine can reverse an opioid overdose?
Naloxone.
Name three things that can interfere with effective scanning.
Glare, obstructions, distractions, crowding or turbulence.
A person submerges and does not return for 30 seconds. What should the lifeguard assume?
The person needs help
Can a BVM be used without supplemental oxygen?
Yes
How long should each rescue ventilation last?
About 1 second, producing chest rise.
Name two interventions for life-threatening bleeding from a leg
Direct pressure and an appropriate tourniquet.