Red Cross Lifeguard & CPR Test
Questions and Answers | Latest Version
| 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the best way to ensure a safe swimming environment?
✔✔ Enforce rules, maintain proper surveillance, and respond quickly to hazards
How should a lifeguard respond to a chemical spill in the pool?
✔✔ Evacuate the area and notify the appropriate personnel
What should a lifeguard do if a patron has difficulty breathing after being submerged?
✔✔ Provide oxygen if available and monitor for any changes
How should a lifeguard assist a non-swimmer in deep water?
✔✔ Use a rescue tube to provide flotation and guide them to safety
What should be done if a lifeguard suspects a victim has gone into shock?
✔✔ Keep them warm and monitor their condition until EMS arrives
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,What is the best way to handle an uncooperative drowning victim?
✔✔ Use a rear rescue approach to avoid being pulled underwater
How can a lifeguard effectively scan their area?
✔✔ Move their eyes and head continuously while maintaining focus
What should a lifeguard do if a patron is experiencing a severe allergic reaction?
✔✔ Assist with an epinephrine auto-injector if available and call EMS
What should a lifeguard do if a swimmer gets a nosebleed?
✔✔ Have them lean forward and apply gentle pressure to the nostrils
How can lifeguards reduce the risk of pool-related injuries?
✔✔ Educate patrons on safety rules and enforce them consistently
What is the most effective way to rescue a panicked swimmer?
✔✔ Approach with a rescue tube and encourage them to grab on
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, What should a lifeguard do after a water rescue?
✔✔ Assess the victim and provide any necessary first aid
How should a lifeguard respond if a victim has a deep cut and is bleeding heavily?
✔✔ Apply firm pressure with a sterile bandage and seek medical help
What is the first action a lifeguard should take when finding an unconscious swimmer?
✔✔ Activate the Emergency Action Plan and assess the swimmer's breathing
How can a lifeguard prevent most aquatic emergencies?
✔✔ By maintaining constant surveillance and enforcing safety rules
What is the correct response when a swimmer appears exhausted but is still above water?
✔✔ Offer them a rescue tube and guide them to safety
What should a lifeguard do if a guest complains of dizziness and lightheadedness?
✔✔ Have them sit or lie down and monitor their condition
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Questions and Answers | Latest Version
| 2025/2026 | Correct & Verified
What is the best way to ensure a safe swimming environment?
✔✔ Enforce rules, maintain proper surveillance, and respond quickly to hazards
How should a lifeguard respond to a chemical spill in the pool?
✔✔ Evacuate the area and notify the appropriate personnel
What should a lifeguard do if a patron has difficulty breathing after being submerged?
✔✔ Provide oxygen if available and monitor for any changes
How should a lifeguard assist a non-swimmer in deep water?
✔✔ Use a rescue tube to provide flotation and guide them to safety
What should be done if a lifeguard suspects a victim has gone into shock?
✔✔ Keep them warm and monitor their condition until EMS arrives
1
,What is the best way to handle an uncooperative drowning victim?
✔✔ Use a rear rescue approach to avoid being pulled underwater
How can a lifeguard effectively scan their area?
✔✔ Move their eyes and head continuously while maintaining focus
What should a lifeguard do if a patron is experiencing a severe allergic reaction?
✔✔ Assist with an epinephrine auto-injector if available and call EMS
What should a lifeguard do if a swimmer gets a nosebleed?
✔✔ Have them lean forward and apply gentle pressure to the nostrils
How can lifeguards reduce the risk of pool-related injuries?
✔✔ Educate patrons on safety rules and enforce them consistently
What is the most effective way to rescue a panicked swimmer?
✔✔ Approach with a rescue tube and encourage them to grab on
2
, What should a lifeguard do after a water rescue?
✔✔ Assess the victim and provide any necessary first aid
How should a lifeguard respond if a victim has a deep cut and is bleeding heavily?
✔✔ Apply firm pressure with a sterile bandage and seek medical help
What is the first action a lifeguard should take when finding an unconscious swimmer?
✔✔ Activate the Emergency Action Plan and assess the swimmer's breathing
How can a lifeguard prevent most aquatic emergencies?
✔✔ By maintaining constant surveillance and enforcing safety rules
What is the correct response when a swimmer appears exhausted but is still above water?
✔✔ Offer them a rescue tube and guide them to safety
What should a lifeguard do if a guest complains of dizziness and lightheadedness?
✔✔ Have them sit or lie down and monitor their condition
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