NASCO Emergency Response & Safety Procedures 2

Question 1

When a lifeguard activates an EAP for a spinal injury in the water, what is the FIRST priority?

Accepted Answer

Stabilize the victim's head and spine in the water

Answer

Spinal stabilization must begin immediately in the water before any other steps to prevent further injury.

Question 2

Which rescue technique is most appropriate for a conscious distressed swimmer in deep water who is still at the surface?

Accepted Answer

Throwing a heaving line

Answer

A throwing assist keeps the rescuer out of the water and is preferred when the victim is reachable by thrown equipment.

Question 3

During a multiple-victim emergency, what does the Incident Command System (ICS) primarily help manage?

Accepted Answer

Chain of command and resource allocation

Answer

ICS establishes clear chain of command and coordinates resources efficiently during large-scale emergencies.

Question 4

What is the correct compression-to-ventilation ratio for adult CPR per current AHA guidelines used in NASCO training?

Accepted Answer

30:2

Answer

Current guidelines call for 30 chest compressions followed by 2 rescue breaths for adults.

Question 5

An AED delivers a shock but the victim does not regain a pulse. What should the responder do next?

Accepted Answer

Immediately resume CPR for 2 minutes, then re-analyze

Answer

After a shock, CPR should be resumed immediately for 2 minutes before the AED re-analyzes the rhythm.

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