Written Lifeguarding Practice Test

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As you are giving ventilations with a resuscitation mask, the victim vomits. Which of the following would you do first?

Leave the victim in a face-up position and clear the airway of the vomit immediately
Reposition the victim's head to reopen the airway
Turn the victim onto their side and clear the airway of the vomit immediately
Use greater force when ventilating to bypass the vomit

The correct answer is: Leave the victim in a face-up position and clear the airway of the vomit immediately

If the victim vomits while receiving ventilations, the first thing to do is maintain their airway and clear it of the vomit to prevent further obstruction. B and D are incorrect because they suggest continuing ventilation without addressing the vomit, which can lead to airway blockage and potential aspiration of vomit into the lungs. C is also incorrect because the victim is already in a position that allows for drainage of the vomit, so the first step should be to clear the airway.