Boating Certification Test Emergency Procedures & First Aid 2

Question 1

A passenger on your boat is not breathing and has no pulse. What is the correct order of CPR steps?

Accepted Answer

Check scene safety, call for help, begin chest compressions, give rescue breaths

Answer

Give rescue breaths first, then start chest compressions

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Start chest compressions immediately without checking for a pulse

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Wait for professional help before beginning any intervention

Question 2

Your boat is taking on water faster than the bilge pump can remove it. What should you do first?

Accepted Answer

Don life jackets and issue a mayday call

Answer

Increase engine speed to reach shore faster

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Open all hatches to equalize water pressure

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Throw out heavy gear to raise the waterline

Question 3

What does the acronym PASS stand for when using a fire extinguisher aboard a vessel?

Accepted Answer

Pull, Aim, Squeeze, Sweep

Answer

Point, Activate, Spray, Stop

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Pull, Attach, Shoot, Spread

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Press, Aim, Spread, Secure

Question 4

A boater is suffering from hypothermia after falling overboard in cold water. How should you rewarm them?

Accepted Answer

Move them to a warm area, remove wet clothing, and apply dry insulation

Answer

Have them exercise vigorously to generate body heat

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Rub their arms and legs briskly to restore circulation

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Immerse them in the hottest water available immediately

Question 5

Which visual distress signal is approved for DAYTIME use only on US coastal waters?

Accepted Answer

Orange smoke signal

Answer

Red handheld flare

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Red parachute rocket flare

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Electric SOS light

Question 6

A crewmember receives a deep laceration on their arm while onboard. After controlling bleeding, what is the next priority?

Accepted Answer

Prevent infection by covering the wound with a sterile dressing

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Remove any debris from the wound with bare fingers

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Apply a tourniquet above the elbow as a precaution

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Submerge the arm in lake water to clean it

Question 7

If a fire breaks out in the engine compartment, what should you do before opening the hatch?

Accepted Answer

Shut off the fuel supply and discharge a fixed extinguisher if equipped

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Open the hatch immediately to assess the fire size

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Pour water directly onto the engine to cool it

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Increase ventilation by opening all hatches and ports