PADI Rescue Diver from Section 1, 2, 3,
4 and 5 all combined respectively
(practice exam questions and
answers)
,What is the most common cause of diver emergencies? - correct answerspoor
judgment
What three things should you consider before attempting an inwater rescue of
someone in the water? - correct answers(1) do you need to enter the water at all
(assuming you're not already in the water). It's always better to reach the
person,extend something, throw flotation or go in a small boat or watercraft than
to jump into the water to help.
(2) assuming inwater rescue is required, in the context of the situation do you
have the equipment and training necessary for your safety and the victim's
safety? Being a properly equipped PADI Rescue Diver doesn't mean you can
always answer "yes." For example, if the emergency is someone lost in an
underwater cave, unless you're a trained and certified cave diver, and have your
cave equipment with you, the answer is "no."
(3) assuming inwater rescue is required, can you reasonably expect to accomplish
the recue without getting into trouble yourself? It's reasonable to accept some
risk beyond what you might ordinarily, to give help (this is a personal decision
you'll have to make), but if you're not likely to be able to help by attempting a
rescue, then don't. For example, suppose there's a panicked diver who's
significantly stronger and larger than you - so much so that despite whatever
technique you use, the most likely outcome would be that the victim would
overpower you and put you in significant peril. In this instance, you should not
attempt the rescue - at least not while the danger exists.
The first thing to consider before attempting an inwater rescue is how fast you
should swim. (T/F) - correct answersFalse
when an emergency arises, the first things you should do are ______ and
________. - correct answersstop ; think
,What is diver stress? - correct answersStress is defined as physical or mental
tension that results in physical, chemical and/or emotional (psychological)
changes in the body.
What are seven causes and examples of physical stress? - correct answers(1) cold
and heat
(2) seasickness
(3) gas narcosis
(4) fatigue
(5) illness or injury
(6) alcohol or drugs
(7) discomfort or impaired function caused by ill-fitted or malfunctioning
equipment
What are three examples of psychological (emotional) stress caused by physical
stress? - correct answersfatigue or being tired can trigger psychological stress if
the diver fears being unable to make it safely to boat or shore. An overexerting
diver can feel air starved and fear that the regulator can't deliver enough air. A
task loaded diver who's faced with more physical tasks to manage than the
person is physically capable of may feel overwhelmed, unable to control the
situation, including preserving personal safety.
What are four causes of psychological stress other than physical stress? - correct
answers(1) handling peer pressure, (2) individual beliefs and attitudes about the
dive, (3) mental task-loading, (4) any circumstance in which the diver perceives
, the risk to be greater than normal or expected, or more specifically, if the diver
perceives that potential hazards are beyond the diver's ability to reasonably
manage.
What is perceptual narrowing? - correct answersa decrease in broad awareness
through close focus on a perceived threat or the solution to that threat.
What effects can stress produce on a diver? (5) - correct answersanxiety,
perceptual narrowing, increased breathing, panic (passive or active), and
exhaustion.
Diver stress is: - correct answersthe physical and psychological responses to a
percieved threat.
Causes of physical stress include which of the following?
cold and heat
task loading
peer pressure
fatigue - correct answers(1) cold and heat
(2) fatigue
Causes of psychological stress include which of the following?
cold and heat
task loading
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