Drowning Patients Flashcards
1
Q
Order of safest possible rescue or patient?
A
1- talk
2- throw
3- reach
4- wade
5- row
6- swim (non-contact)
7- swim (contact)
2
Q
Characteristics of non-swimmer
A
- climbing ladder
- mouth open
- does not want to be in water
- panicked eyes and expressions
3
Q
Characteristics of tired swimmer
A
- facing shore
- on a 45* angel
- trying to swim
4
Q
Characteristics of injured swimmer
A
- swimming awkwardly
- holding injured body part
5
Q
Characteristics of unconscious swimmer
A
- face down
- floating but can quickly go under at any time
6
Q
Order of saving
A
1- Non-swimmers
2- weak
3- injured
4- unconscious
