Written lifeguard exam (Ellis & Associates) 2024-2025.
Questions and Correct, Verified Answers. Graded A+
common lifeguard hand signal used to communicate information with all lifeguards - ANS"x" crossed
arms - stop dispatch
how can you use sunscreen most effectively? - ANSapply 20 mins before going out into the sun, reapply
hourly.
How do you hold a GID with suspected spinal injury when placing them on the backboard? - ANSSqueeze
play
how many compressions do you give adults in CPR - ANS30 chest compressions at a rate of 100 per
minute
How much oxygen should be flowing per minute? - ANS15 lpm (liters per minute)
if the breath doesn't go in the first time - ANSre-tilt, re-seal, reattempt to ventilate
if you don't know, - ANSGO!!!!!
mnemonic that helps to remember what to do for a guest with a wound - ANSR.I.C.E (rest, ice,
compression, elevate)
Naloxone - ANShelps someone who has overdosed on opioids.
What are the signs someone may have an airway obstruction and needs immediate help? - ANSwhen
they can't speak/do ANYTHING. (and when they are doing the universal sign of choking: holding their
throat with 2 hands)
What does CARE stand for? - ANSConfidence, Attentive, Responsive, Empathetic
