Written Lifeguarding Practice Test

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You and another lifeguard are preparing for CPR on an adult who collapsed in the locker room. You determine that there is no breathing or pulse and state, "Victim has no pulse. Begin CPR." Which of the following should the other lifeguard do next?

  1. Begin chest compressions

  2. Check for breathing

  3. Give 2 ventilations

  4. Open the airway

The correct answer is: Begin chest compressions

After calling for help and positioning the victim, chest compressions should be immediately started. Checking for breathing may waste valuable time, as the victim has already been determined to have no pulse. Giving 2 ventilations is not necessary until chest compressions have been started. Opening the airway is important, but should be done while preparing for and starting chest compressions, as it will allow for proper breathing during CPR.

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