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Lifeguarding Skills Exam B Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What should be done first when responding to an unconscious child with no pulse?✔✔ Begin CPR and continue until EMS arrives.
How should lifeguards assist a swimmer caught in a strong current?✔✔ Approach with caution, provide a flotation device, and guide them toward safety.
What is the primary reason lifeguards use a rescue tube during water rescues?✔✔ It provides buoyancy to support both the lifeguard and the victim.
How can lifeguards effectively communicate with each other during an emergency?✔✔ Use hand signals, whistles, and verbal commands to relay information quickly.
What is the best way to ensure children follow pool safety rules?✔✔ Supervise closely, educate them on safety, and enforce rules consistently.
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How should a lifeguard assist a guest who has a nosebleed?✔✔ Have them pinch their nostrils and lean slightly forward while applying gentle pressure.
What should a lifeguard do if a guest suddenly complains of chest pain?✔✔ Activate the Emergency Action Plan and provide care for a possible heart attack.
What is the best way to handle a minor cut or scrape at a pool facility?✔✔ Clean the wound, apply a sterile bandage, and ensure the area is free from contamination.
How can lifeguards minimize the risk of infections when providing first aid?✔✔ Use gloves and follow proper hygiene practices when treating injuries.
What should be done if a swimmer appears to be hyperventilating?✔✔ Encourage slow, deep breaths and provide reassurance until they recover.
What is the best way for a lifeguard to respond to an aggressive guest refusing to follow safety rules?✔✔ Remain calm, explain the rules, and notify a supervisor if necessary.
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