Written Lifeguarding Practice Test

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A patron has cut their leg on the edge of the bleachers and is bleeding heavily. You think the patron is in shock because they:

Are calm and quiet.
Become restless and irritable.
Have a red rash.
Have dry skin.

The correct answer is: Are calm and quiet.

A possible explanation is When faced with a severe injury, the body will often go into shock as a natural response. This can cause a person to appear calm and quiet, as their body is struggling to deal with the injury and conserve energy. The other options, such as becoming restless and irritable or having a red rash or dry skin, are not indicators of shock, but rather symptoms of other potential issues. Restlessness and irritability could be a sign of pain or discomfort, while a red rash and dry skin could be indicative of an allergic reaction or dehydration. Therefore, option A is the most likely reason for why the patron may be experiencing shock.