Drowning is the process of experiencing respiratory impairment from submersion (airway goes below the surface of the liquid)/immersion (water splashed over the face) in water 1,2.
The terms “dro...
Hypothermia may be protective, as the rate of cerebral oxygen consumption is reduced.
Diving reflex in young children is triggered by submersion of face in cold water,...
Prehospital:
Airway, breathing, and circulation (ABCs), remove wet clothing, initiate rewarming as soon as possible, intravenous (IV) with 0.9% normal saline (Watch fluids in patients with pu...
Prognosis of resuscitated drowning victim is related to degree of damage secondary to the anoxic episode and the duration of immersion and pulmonary insult.
Residual complications...
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Idris AH, Berg RA, Bierens J, et al. Recommended guidelines for uniform reporting...
Medical authorities traditionally made a great distinction between salt water and fresh water drowning. The theory was that because of its high salt content, seawater in the lungs woul...
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