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Lifeguarding Chapter 8 Review Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the primary goal of first aid care?✔✔ Preserve life, prevent the condition from worsening, and promote recovery.
How should a lifeguard treat a victim with a possible broken bone?✔✔ Keep the injured area still and support it in the position found.
What should a lifeguard do if a victim has a seizure in the water?✔✔ Support their head above water and remove them when the seizure ends.
Why is it important for a lifeguard to document an emergency response?✔✔ To provide accurate records for legal and medical purposes.
What is the purpose of using personal protective equipment (PPE)?✔✔ To prevent exposure to bloodborne pathogens.
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What should a lifeguard do if a victim is experiencing heat exhaustion?✔✔ Move them to a cool area, give water, and monitor their condition.
What is the best way to assess a victim’s level of consciousness?
✔✔ Use the AVPU scale: Alert, Verbal, Pain, Unresponsive.
How can a lifeguard recognize a heart attack?✔✔ Symptoms may include chest pain, shortness of breath, and sweating.
What is the first step in caring for a victim with an allergic reaction?✔✔ Help them use their prescribed epinephrine auto-injector if available.
What should a lifeguard do if a victim is experiencing difficulty breathing?✔✔ Help them stay calm, monitor their breathing, and provide oxygen if trained.
How can a lifeguard recognize shock?✔✔ Symptoms include pale skin, rapid breathing, and confusion.
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