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What is the difference between distress and drowning? - CORRECT ANSWER-A
drowning person's mouth and nose are covered with water, and the head cannot
be lifted or brought to the surface to breathe
If you are providing constant and dedicated surveillance, how often should you
watch your zone? - CORRECT ANSWER-All of the time, and no other assigned
tasks should intrude
How is passive spinal motion restriction provided? - CORRECT ANSWER-Tell
the person not to make any movements that cause pain and guide her to a seated
or lying position
When storing an emergency oxygen system, what condition should be avoided? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Extreme temperatures
Strapping a person on a backboard and placing head immobilization devices
(HIDs) for the sole purpose of immobilizing the spine is NOT an evidence-based
practice. - CORRECT ANSWER-True
,What happens when a drowning person tries to breathe? - CORRECT ANSWER-
The person may swallow large amounts of water
Why is it important to begin rescue breathing for an unresponsive drowning
person as quickly as possible? - CORRECT ANSWER-To prevent or minimize
brain damage
Which strategy is best to meet the different learning needs of a diverse group of
students? - CORRECT ANSWER-Be sensitive and conduct training sessions free
from discrimination, harassment, prejudice, and abusive behavior
During a StarGuard IDC, instructor candidates will be given facilitation
assignments and be evaluated in the four areas of introduction/preparation, use
of experimental approach, delivery, and _____. - CORRECT ANSWER-
Knowledge/debriefing
When can a one-rescuer assist be used for extricating a person at the shoreline? -
CORRECT ANSWER-If the person is responsive and can walk
What is scanning? - CORRECT ANSWER-Searching the water in a systematic
way
, What is the primary difference between being a facilitator of learning activities vs.
disseminating information by presentations? - CORRECT ANSWER-Facilitation
is learner centered, not instructor centered
What is the document that contains a collection of standards and guidelines for
Training Center operation? - CORRECT ANSWER-Training Center
Administrative Manual (TCAM)
What is required before an Instructor can issue a StarGuard certification? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Students must demonstrate reasonably competent
performance of the listed skill sets without assistance
Which organs are at greatest risk for permanent damage during drowning? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Brain and heart
How many CAP assessments must a student successfully complete to be issued
StarGuard certification? - CORRECT ANSWER-6
What is the function of the indicator gauge on an emergency oxygen system? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Shows how much oxygen is in the cylinder