NPLQ Revision Questions and Answers

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NPLQ Revision Questions and Answers | Latest Version | 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified

when should a lifeguard enter the water for a rescue?

• whenever someone looks tired
• only when another lifeguard approves

✔✔c) when the victim cannot be reached safely with an assist

• after counting to 10

what is the proper way to check a responsive choking victim?

• perform abdominal thrusts immediately

✔✔b) ask "are you choking?" and watch for distress signals

• slap them on the back forcefully
• wait until they collapse

how often should lifeguards practice rescue drills?

• once when first hired

✔✔b) regularly during every shift rotation 1 / 4

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• only during annual training
• when the pool manager demands it

what should you do if you see lightning during a pool shift?

• wait until you hear thunder

✔✔b) clear the pool immediately and move patrons to shelter

• keep swimming until heavy rain starts
• ask patrons if they feel comfortable staying

where should a lifeguard's primary focus be while on duty?

• chatting with other staff members
• watching the most skilled swimmers

✔✔c) continuously scanning the entire zone of responsibility

• checking their phone for messages

what indicates a swimmer may be in trouble underwater?

• blowing bubbles playfully

✔✔b) lying motionless on the bottom 2 / 4

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• swimming laps consistently
• diving repeatedly

how should you approach a spinal injury victim in water?

• roll them over quickly
• let them float until EMS arrives

✔✔c) manually stabilize head/neck before moving

• pull them by the arms to safety

what is the first step in controlling bleeding?

• apply a tourniquet immediately

✔✔b) apply direct pressure with a clean dressing

• rinse with pool water
• elevate the wound above heart level

when should rescue breaths be given during CPR?

• before starting compressions

✔✔b) after 30 compressions for adults 3 / 4

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• only when you feel comfortable
• never for drowning victims

what does AED stand for in lifesaving?

• automatic external defibrillator

✔✔b) automated external defibrillator

• aquatic emergency device
• advanced emergency detector

how deep should compressions be for adult CPR?

• 1 inch

✔✔b) at least 2 inches

• 5 inches
• whatever feels right

what is the recovery position used for?✔✔a) maintaining airway in breathing unconscious victims

• making victims more comfortable
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