Module IV - CPR, Swimming, First Aid Flashcards
Bismillah
_ is a popular recreational activity that involves propelling oneself in water using the arms and legs. It is also a competitive sport, in which athletes compete to achieve the fastest times in various swimming events.
It is a great way to get cardiovascular exercise, build strength, and improve coordination. It is also a great way to relax and have fun.
Swimming
Swimming can be done in _ (such as oceans, lakes, or rivers) or in _.
open water; pools
The six strokes of swimming are the ___. It is a great way for any swimmer to increase their power and agility.
Freestyle,
Breaststroke,
Backstroke,
Butterfly,
Sidestroke,
Survival Backstroke
_ is the fastest stroke used in competitive swimming and is also widely used for recreational swimming. It is characterized by alternating arm movements accompanied by a flutter kick.
The _ stroke is a versatile stroke that allows swimmers to swim with great speed and efficiency. It emphasizes proper body positioning, from keeping the hips high to focusing on an even, long stroke. _ swimming can be used for lakes, rivers, and pools, providing swimmers with a diverse way to get in a great workout. To develop freestyle skills even further, swimmers can practice drills to increase their power, speed, and technique.
Freestyle
The freestyle stroke is also known as _.
front crawl
To develop freestyle skills even further, swimmers can practice _ to increase their power, speed, and technique.
drills
Drills commonly used for freestyle are ____. Through practice and dedication, swimmers can develop their freestyle stroke to help them swim faster and more confidently in their next swimming adventure.
catch-up drills,
single arm drills,
kick drills,
sprint work
_ is a relatively fast swimming stroke used for both competitive and recreational swimming. It is characterized by a strong reverse flutter kick and arms that move in a continuous circular pattern, alternating from side to side.
_ is an easy and relaxing swimming stroke that can help swimmers stay afloat with minimal effort. It is often used in tandem with other swimming strokes to help conserve energy for a longer swim. Unlike freestyle, which requires swimmers to turn their heads to breathe, _ allows swimmers to breathe easily throughout the stroke.
Backstroke
_ is the slowest of the competitive swimming strokes and is considered to be the most difficult to master.
It is characterized by breaststroke kick and arms that move in a circular pattern. It is popular with people who like to swim for fitness as the breathing is much easier than with the front crawl.
_ requires a lot of coordination between the arms and legs to be executed correctly. The arms sweep outward from the center of the body and then pull back in with the palms facing inwards and the hands passing below and alongside the waist. The legs move in a simultaneous dorsiflexion and flexion pattern. To generate propulsion, the legs and arms should move in a circular pattern, with the arms pushing forward during the up-kick and the legs during the down-kick. The kick should be done underwater with the knees bent and heels drawn up towards the buttocks. For an efficient _ swimmer, the body needs to stay in a horizontal position, with the head and chin in the water, the body undulating like a wave and the toes pointed throughout the stroke.
Breaststroke
_ is an advanced form of the freestyle stroke that is characterized by an undulating dolphin kick and simultaneous pulling and pushing with both arms.
The wave-like movement of the body serves as the foundation for a good _ style. It begins in the trunk and continues through the hips and legs.
Butterfly
There are four phases in the butterfly arms pull.
Introductory phase
Main phase: Propulsive phase
Transition phase
Preparatory phase
- Utilizing the extended arms at shoulder width, the pulling phase is initiated close to the water surface.
- The first leg kick begins.
- Hands pull outward in a V-like motion to initiate the “high elbow” position.
- Hands move up to shoulder level, maintaining the high elbow position.
Introductory phase
- Pushing phase: “keyhole” movement
- Power: “final push-off”
Main Phase (Propulsive Phase)
- Arms move above the water surface.
- Both arms simultaneously breach the water, accompanied by a second leg kick.
- Hands and forearms exit the water first, and hands maintain position without rotation.
Transition Phase
- Arms swing forward in a relaxed manner.
- Arms swing outward with elbows slightly bent and shoulders slightly raised.
Preparatory Phase
The _ is a great stroke for beginners to learn. It is a slow, relaxed stroke. The swimmer begins by lying face up in the water with their arms extended in front of the body. The arms should be slightly bent at the elbows and the hands should be cupped, with thumbs pointing outwards. The leg action is a _. As the legs move, the arms should sweep back and forth.
Survival Backstroke
reverse breaststroke kick
The butterfly stroke is challenging to master as it requires ___ as well as considerable ___.
When executed properly, the butterfly can be one of the fastest swimming strokes and a great way to work the entire body.
strong core and upper body strength; coordination and balance
This is quite risky and a lot of care should be taken. You should ensure that you are in a safe position and cannot be pulled in by the victim; lying flat on the floor and stretch your hand towards the victim.
If you cannot reach the victim, use a tree branch or a towel and taking care not to hit him or her, throw it towards him and after he grasps it, you can pool it to a safe position.
Another way to reach the victim is to get into the water and with one hand holding the edge of the pool or grass, stretch the other hand towards the victim and after he grasps you can slowly pull him towards safety.
Reach
_ is a swimming stroke that is mainly used for personal survival and lifesaving tow. It is characterized by a scissor kick and double arm movements.
_ is a relaxed stroke, and is considered a good form of exercise for swimmers looking for low-impact exercise. It also provides a great way for all swimmers to strengthen their core muscles, improve their balance and increase their overall flexibility. It can help to strengthen the back, shoulders, and arms, as well as build endurance.
Sidestroke
The key difference between backstroke and survival backstroke is the _. In backstroke, the arms alternate pulling and pushing the water, whereas in survival backstroke both arms move together in a circular motion.
arm action
FIRST AID FOR DROWNING PERSON
- Dial 911
- Reach
- Throw
- Row
- Go
Call the rescue emergency number to report the incident as soon as possible. An adult can struggle in water for about three minutes but a child can only last less than thirty seconds. Therefore, action should be taken very fast to rescue a drowning person. You can also scream to attract the attraction of people who can join to assist in rescuing the victim.
Dial 911
Most of the swimming areas have safety rings that are attached to a long rope. They usually float and they can be used to save a drowning victim. Throw the ring towards the victim and ask him/her to grab it then pull it towards the shore
Throw
This applies where the victim is too far and can neither use reach or throw methods. Take a boat and go close to the victim taking care not to hit him. You can throw a safety ring to the victim to help him stabilize before you get there. Ask the victim to hold on to the boat when you get there or you can apply reach to help him get to safety.
Row
