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WorksheetsLifeguarding Practice Prep Exam
Total questions: 30
Worksheet time: 15mins
What does the mnemonic "RID" stand for in lifeguarding?
Recognize, Initiate, Direct
Rescue, Inform, Deliver
Recognize, Intrude, Distraction
Respond, Identify, Diagnose
What is the primary responsibility of a lifeguard?
To enforce pool rules
To maintain a clean pool area
To ensure the safety of all patrons
To teach swimming lessons
What does the mnemonic "FIND" stand for?
Figure out the problem, Identify solutions, Name the pros and cons, Decide
Find, Identify, Name, Do
Fast, Intelligent, Necessary, Decisive
Figure, Initiate, Negotiate, Determine
Which of the following is a sign of a distressed swimmer?
Calmly floating on their back
Swimming smoothly and rhythmically
Calling for help
Playing with a pool toy
When performing CPR on an adult, what is the correct compression to ventilation ratio?
15:2
30:2
5:1
3:1
What does the "ABC" in first aid stand for?
Airway, Breathing, Circulation
Alert, Breathing, Compressions
Assess, Balance, Communicate
Airway, Bleeding, Compressions
How often should lifeguards take breaks to stay alert?
Every 15 minutes
Every 30 minutes
Every hour
Every 2 hours
What is the proper way to use a rescue tube when approaching a drowning victim?
Throw it to the victim
Swim with it under your arm
Keep it between you and the victim
Place it behind your back
What does the mnemonic "SAMPLE" stand for in first aid?
Symptoms, Allergies, Medication, Past medical history, Last oral intake, Events leading up
Scan, Approach, Manage, Perform, Look, Evaluate
Symptoms, Airway, Medication, Prevention, Last oral intake, Events leading up
Survey, Alert, Manage, Perform, Log, Evaluate
Which of the following is NOT a method of water entry for a lifeguard?
Compact jump
Stride jump
Slide-in entry
Head-first dive
What is the first step in the emergency action plan (EAP)?
Call for backup
Activate the alarm
Ensure the scene is safe
Start CPR
Which piece of equipment is most commonly used by lifeguards for rescues?
Rescue board
Rescue tube
First aid kit
Defibrillator
What should a lifeguard do if they suspect a spinal injury in the water?
Remove the victim from the water immediately
Perform CPR
Stabilize the victim’s head and neck in the water
Apply a tourniquet
What does the "FAST" mnemonic stand for in recognizing a stroke?
Face drooping, Arm weakness, Speech difficulty, Time to call 911
Find, Act, Speak, Timely response
Face, Alertness, Speech, Time
Find, Arm, Speak, Timely action
How should a lifeguard communicate with a conscious spinal injury victim?
Yell instructions loudly
Speak softly and calmly
Use hand signals
Avoid talking to them
What is the primary purpose of an Emergency Action Plan (EAP)?
To provide a detailed medical history of the victim
To ensure the safety of the rescuer and the victim
To document the incident for legal purposes
To train new lifeguards
Which of the following is a sign of heat exhaustion?
Cold, clammy skin
Hot, dry skin
Shivering
Pale, wet skin
What is the first step in treating a bleeding wound?
Apply pressure
Apply a tourniquet
Wash the wound
Elevate the wound
When should a lifeguard use the head-splint technique?
When a victim has a suspected head, neck, or spinal injury
When a victim is unconscious
When a victim is having a seizure
When a victim is bleeding
Which of the following is NOT part of the lifeguard's primary assessment?
Checking for responsiveness
Checking for breathing and pulse
Performing a head-to-toe examination
Checking for severe bleeding
What does "HAINES" stand for in first aid?
High Arm In Endangered Spine
High Alert In Emergency Situations
Head And Neck In Emergency Stabilization
High Arm In Emergency Support
How should a lifeguard assist a swimmer who is experiencing a muscle cramp?
Apply a splint
Stretch and massage the affected muscle
Apply ice to the muscle
Perform CPR
What does "MSDS" stand for in the context of pool chemicals?
Material Safety Data Sheet
Management Safety Data Sheet
Maintenance Service Data Sheet
Manual for Safety and Data
What is the appropriate action for a lifeguard if thunder is heard?
Continue regular duties
Wait for lightning to be seen
Clear the pool and surrounding area immediately
Inform the manager and take no further action
What does "CPR" stand for?
Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation
Critical Pressure Response
Cardiovascular Pulmonary Rescue
Cardiac Pulse Recovery
Give two rescue breaths
Give two rescue breaths
Check for responsiveness
Begin chest compressions
Call 911
How often should lifeguards conduct in-service training?
Monthly
Bi-monthly
Weekly
Annually
What does the mnemonic "RICE" stand for in first aid?
Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation
Recover, Inspect, Cold, Elevate
Rest, Immobilize, Cool, Elevate
Reassure, Ice, Compress, Elevate
In the context of lifeguarding, what does "PPE" stand for?
Personal Protective Equipment
Primary Pool Equipment
Public Protection Essentials
Personal Pool Essentials
What is the minimum depth of water needed for a compact jump entry?
3 feet
5 feet
9 feet
12 feet
