Emergency Treatment FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions re Emergency Treatment for Decompression Illness We understand that being admitted for emergency treatment at a hyperbaric facility is something that most people are unfamiliar with. We…
Frequently Asked Questions re Emergency Treatment for Decompression Illness We understand that being admitted for emergency treatment at a hyperbaric facility is something that most people are unfamiliar with. We…
IMMEDIATE MANAGEMENT for Diving Casualty Assess Airway & Breathing Rapid ascent can lead to pneumothorax or emphysema Administer 100% oxygen continuously as part of ventilation management Never administer Entonox to…
Contact Emergency Services For diver evacuation in an emergency (in the UK): At sea – call coastguard on VHF Channel 16 or phone 999 On land – call 999 and…
Decompression Illness (DCI) encompasses: Decompression Sickness (DCS) Arterial Gas Embolism (AGE) Decompression Sickness (DCS): Time spent diving causes an excess of inert gas, such as nitrogen, to dissolve in the…
‘Health of Divers’ Studies The ‘Health of Divers’ diving research studies explore health issues that might affect recreational divers. The concept has been to try and shed some light on…
Thanks to @CoastguardTeam for sharing their ‘Diving Preparations’ image Diver safety and diver education are the driving forces behind our organisation’s very existence. Our charitable aims and activities (as published by…
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