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Diagnosis and Treatment of Other Diving-Related Conditions

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A diver who loses consciousness while under water creates a serious and potentially disastrous situation, especially in a deep dive. However, careful planning has made possible many successful rescues, even under the most difficult situation of diving from a bell. This section considers the probable causes of unconsciousness and suggests appropriate responses, including a plan of action for recovering the unconscious diver and performing resuscitation. Since each situation is different and a single plan cannot cover all possible circumstances, the guidelines given here should be reviewed and discussed by diving groups and used as a starting point for team planning, training, and action.

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