#1
What does CPR stand for?
Cardiovascular Pulmonary Resuscitation
Cerebral Performance Restoration
Central Pulmonary Reanimation
Cardiac Performance Reassessment
#2
What is the primary purpose of lifeguard training?
To improve swimming skills
To provide first aid
To prevent drowning and water-related injuries
To enforce pool rules
#3
What does the acronym AED stand for?
Automated External Defibrillator
Advanced Emergency Department
Automated Emergency Device
Advanced Electrical Device
#4
What does the acronym PPE stand for in lifeguarding?
Personal Pool Equipment
Personal Protection Equipment
Professional Pool Essentials
Public Pool Equipment
#5
Which of the following is NOT a duty of a lifeguard?
Maintaining vigilance over swimmers
Enforcing facility rules
Providing swim lessons
Responding to emergencies
#6
What is the recommended ratio of lifeguards to swimmers?
#7
Which organization is responsible for setting lifeguarding standards in the United States?
American Red Cross
National Lifeguard Certification Program
American Heart Association
National Safety Council
#8
What is the purpose of the primary assessment in lifeguarding?
To determine the swimmer's skill level
To assess the severity of an injury or condition
To enforce pool rules
To provide immediate first aid
#9
What is the recommended method for removing a conscious choking victim's airway obstruction?
Back blows and abdominal thrusts
Chest compressions
Rescue breathing
Administering oxygen
#10
When should lifeguards perform routine facility inspections?
Once a week
Once a month
Before opening and throughout the day
Only when requested by management
#11
What should a lifeguard do if they suspect a swimmer has a spinal injury?
Move the swimmer immediately
Leave the swimmer in the water and call for help
Assess the situation and follow appropriate procedures
Ignore the situation and continue surveillance
#12
What is the appropriate procedure for performing a rescue in deep water?
Swim directly to the victim and tow them to safety
Call for help and wait for assistance
Enter the water with appropriate rescue equipment and approach the victim from behind
Ignore the victim until they signal for help
#13
What should lifeguards do if they observe lightning in the vicinity?
Continue monitoring the pool area
Clear the pool and surrounding area until the threat has passed
Notify pool management and continue normal duties
Advise swimmers to exit the water but remain in the pool area
#14
What is the primary role of lifeguards during an emergency situation?
To assess the situation and provide necessary care
To evacuate the facility
To call emergency services
To ensure their own safety first
#15
What is the recommended procedure if a lifeguard suspects a swimmer is experiencing a heart attack?
Administer CPR immediately
Perform rescue breathing
Call emergency services and provide support until help arrives
Ignore the situation and continue surveillance
#16
What is the primary responsibility of a lifeguard when multiple emergencies occur simultaneously?
Prioritize the most severe emergency and respond accordingly
Request assistance from additional lifeguards
Attempt to manage all emergencies simultaneously
Evacuate the facility immediately