Red Cross Lifeguard Practice TEST
Questions and Answers | Latest Version
| 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What should a lifeguard do if a patron refuses to follow safety rules?
✔✔ Politely remind them of the rules and explain the risks.
What is the safest way to enter the water when rescuing a spinal injury victim?
✔✔ Use the slide-in entry to minimize movement.
How can lifeguards prevent heat exhaustion while on duty?
✔✔ Stay hydrated, wear appropriate clothing, and take breaks in the shade.
What should a lifeguard do if another lifeguard signals for help?
✔✔ Immediately assess the situation and provide assistance.
What should be done immediately after removing a drowning victim from the water?
✔✔ Check for breathing and pulse, then provide appropriate care.
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, How can lifeguards ensure they are prepared for emergencies?
✔✔ Participate in regular training and emergency drills.
What is the first thing a lifeguard should do when noticing a swimmer in distress?
✔✔ Activate the emergency action plan and prepare to assist.
How often should a lifeguard scan their assigned zone?
✔✔ Continuously, without distraction.
What should a lifeguard do if a swimmer is struggling but not calling for help?
✔✔ Watch them closely and be ready to intervene immediately.
What is the most common cause of drowning incidents?
✔✔ Lack of supervision and inability to swim.
Why should lifeguards rotate positions frequently?
✔✔ To stay alert and maintain effective surveillance.
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Questions and Answers | Latest Version
| 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What should a lifeguard do if a patron refuses to follow safety rules?
✔✔ Politely remind them of the rules and explain the risks.
What is the safest way to enter the water when rescuing a spinal injury victim?
✔✔ Use the slide-in entry to minimize movement.
How can lifeguards prevent heat exhaustion while on duty?
✔✔ Stay hydrated, wear appropriate clothing, and take breaks in the shade.
What should a lifeguard do if another lifeguard signals for help?
✔✔ Immediately assess the situation and provide assistance.
What should be done immediately after removing a drowning victim from the water?
✔✔ Check for breathing and pulse, then provide appropriate care.
1
, How can lifeguards ensure they are prepared for emergencies?
✔✔ Participate in regular training and emergency drills.
What is the first thing a lifeguard should do when noticing a swimmer in distress?
✔✔ Activate the emergency action plan and prepare to assist.
How often should a lifeguard scan their assigned zone?
✔✔ Continuously, without distraction.
What should a lifeguard do if a swimmer is struggling but not calling for help?
✔✔ Watch them closely and be ready to intervene immediately.
What is the most common cause of drowning incidents?
✔✔ Lack of supervision and inability to swim.
Why should lifeguards rotate positions frequently?
✔✔ To stay alert and maintain effective surveillance.
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