FREE ATC Emergency Procedures Questions and Answers

Question 1

What is the first step you should take if a patient becomes unresponsive in the pool?

Accepted Answer

Yell for help and remove the patient

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Begin CPR in the water

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Call their emergency contact

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Look for their medication

Question 2

Which of the following is a sign of aquatic distress?

Accepted Answer

Panic and gasping

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Calm floating

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Strong swimming strokes

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Holding the wall

Question 3

What is the most important equipment to have available during aquatic therapy?

Accepted Answer

Backboard and AED

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Massage table

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Kickboard

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Resistance bands

Question 4

What should you do after removing an unconscious person from the pool?

Accepted Answer

Check for breathing and pulse

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Check phone for contacts

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Resume session

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Call the front desk

Question 5

Why is an Emergency Action Plan (EAP) important in aquatic therapy settings?

Accepted Answer

To respond effectively to emergencies

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For insurance documentation

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To schedule breaks

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To organize therapy goals

Question 6

Which medical condition requires immediate removal from the pool?

Accepted Answer

Seizure

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Mild headache

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Joint stiffness

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Sore throat

Question 7

What is the correct response if a patient vomits in the pool?

Accepted Answer

Evacuate pool and sanitize

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Ignore and continue session

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Offer water to the patient

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Dilute with fresh water

Question 8

When should you activate EMS during a water-related emergency?

Accepted Answer

Immediately if life-threatening

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Only if CPR fails

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If the patient requests it

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After contacting family

Question 9

What is the best way to prepare staff for aquatic emergencies?

Accepted Answer

Emergency drills and training

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Monthly team meetings

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Annual CPR certification only

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Hiring lifeguards only