LIFEGUARD RED CROSS EXAM B
2025/2026 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
100% PASS
During a morning adult lap swim, you notice a
swimmer who slows down and is no longer able to
make any forward progress. Which of the following
is true? - ANS She is in danger of becoming an active victim if
not assisted.
The hazard communication standard includes
having MSDS information available. What is
included in this information? - ANS Information about what type of chemicals are
in use at the facility.
For a head, neck or spinal injury in the water: - ANS Minimize movement of the victim's head
and
neck using the head splint technique.
If three lifeguards are on duty, emergency backup
coverage takes place: - ANS When a lifeguard enters the water for a rescue.
A patron comes up to you complaining of neck
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, pain. He says his hands and feet are tingling. What
injury might you suspect, and what care would
you provide? - ANS You should suspect a head, neck or spinal
injury. Immediately provide manual
stabilization of the victim's head and neck and
summon EMS personnel.
Which of the following is the least important for a
safe group visit to a pool? - ANS Ensuring there are multiple activities planned
for the group
Which of the following is true about accidental
fecal releases (AFRs)? - ANS AFRs require water treatment, temporary pool
closure and immediate lifeguard attention.
A technique used in the water to minimize
movement of the victim's head and neck is the: - ANS Head splint.
Which of the following is true if the manager of
the facility has assigned you as the only lifeguard
conducting patron surveillance? - ANS You have been assigned to total coverage.
You enter the mechanical room and find a
maintenance worker lying on his back on the
floor next to a ladder. You check the scene and
determine it is safe to enter. During your primary
assessment, you find the victim is unconscious but
breathing. You must leave to get help. What should
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2025/2026 QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
100% PASS
During a morning adult lap swim, you notice a
swimmer who slows down and is no longer able to
make any forward progress. Which of the following
is true? - ANS She is in danger of becoming an active victim if
not assisted.
The hazard communication standard includes
having MSDS information available. What is
included in this information? - ANS Information about what type of chemicals are
in use at the facility.
For a head, neck or spinal injury in the water: - ANS Minimize movement of the victim's head
and
neck using the head splint technique.
If three lifeguards are on duty, emergency backup
coverage takes place: - ANS When a lifeguard enters the water for a rescue.
A patron comes up to you complaining of neck
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, pain. He says his hands and feet are tingling. What
injury might you suspect, and what care would
you provide? - ANS You should suspect a head, neck or spinal
injury. Immediately provide manual
stabilization of the victim's head and neck and
summon EMS personnel.
Which of the following is the least important for a
safe group visit to a pool? - ANS Ensuring there are multiple activities planned
for the group
Which of the following is true about accidental
fecal releases (AFRs)? - ANS AFRs require water treatment, temporary pool
closure and immediate lifeguard attention.
A technique used in the water to minimize
movement of the victim's head and neck is the: - ANS Head splint.
Which of the following is true if the manager of
the facility has assigned you as the only lifeguard
conducting patron surveillance? - ANS You have been assigned to total coverage.
You enter the mechanical room and find a
maintenance worker lying on his back on the
floor next to a ladder. You check the scene and
determine it is safe to enter. During your primary
assessment, you find the victim is unconscious but
breathing. You must leave to get help. What should
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