Written Lifeguarding Practice Test

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If a victim is having trouble breathing and has a history of asthma, you should:

Encourage them to use their quick-relief inhaler

If a victim is having trouble breathing and has a history of asthma, the correct course of action is to encourage them to use their quick-relief inhaler (Choice A). Asthma is a chronic condition that affects the airways, causing difficulty in breathing. Quick-relief inhalers contain medications that can help open up the airways quickly, providing relief for the individual experiencing an asthma attack. Encouraging the victim to use their inhaler can help alleviate their symptoms and improve their breathing.

While giving the victim a glass of water (Choice B) or having them sit down and rest (Choice D) may be helpful in some situations, they are not the most appropriate actions for a person with asthma having trouble breathing. Performing abdominal thrusts (Choice C) is a first aid technique used to help someone who is choking, and it is not the correct response for a victim experiencing breathing difficulties due to asthma.

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Give them a glass of water

Perform abdominal thrusts

Have them sit down and rest

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