NAUI Instructional Techniques & Rescue Protocols 3

Question 1

When providing rescue breathing to a diver in the water, how often should you deliver breaths while towing them to safety?

Accepted Answer

Every 5 seconds

Answer

In-water rescue breathing should be delivered approximately every 5 seconds, maintaining a rate of about 12 breaths per minute.

Question 2

A student consistently fails to equalize during descent despite repeated attempts. What is the MOST appropriate instructor response?

Accepted Answer

Ascend slightly and have the student try again; end dive if unsuccessful

Answer

Ascending a few feet reduces pressure and may allow equalization; if the student cannot equalize, the dive must be ended to prevent barotrauma.

Question 3

In the NAUI Rescue Diver course, what is the primary goal of the 'exit and stabilization' phase of a rescue?

Accepted Answer

Removing the victim from the water and preparing for EMS handoff

Answer

The exit and stabilization phase focuses on safely removing the victim from the water and organizing care until emergency medical services arrive.

Question 4

Which NAUI principle states that instruction should progress from simple concepts to more complex ones?

Accepted Answer

Sequencing

Answer

The principle of sequencing requires that content be organized logically from simple to complex to build on prior knowledge.

Question 5

A diver is found unresponsive at the surface with their regulator out of their mouth. What should you do FIRST?

Accepted Answer

Establish buoyancy and open their airway

Answer

Establishing buoyancy and opening the airway are the first priorities to prevent further harm and assess the need for rescue breathing.

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