This topic contains a solution. Click here to go to the answer
« previous next »

Author Question: A diving emergency that generally occurs because of holding one's breath is: A) barotrauma. B) ... (Read 88 times)

scienceeasy

  • Hero Member
  • *****
  • Posts: 565
on: Jul 12, 2018
A diving emergency that generally occurs because of holding one's breath is:
 
  A) barotrauma.
  B) air embolism.
  C) decompression sickness.
  D) hydraulic compression.

Question 2

Which one of the following deepwater diving emergencies has a gradual onset?
 
  A) air embolism
  B) decompression sickness
  C) barotrauma
  D) hydraulic compression


Related Topics

Need homework help now?

Ask unlimited questions for free

Ask a Question
Marked as best answer by a Subject Expert

Dnite

  • Sr. Member
  • ****
  • Posts: 297
Reply #1 on: Jul 12, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: B

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B


scienceeasy

  • Member
  • Posts: 565
Reply 2 on: Jul 12, 2018
Excellent

softEldritch

  • Member
  • Posts: 334
Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

« previous next »
 

Did you know?

Stevens-Johnson syndrome and Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis syndrome are life-threatening reactions that can result in death. Complications include permanent blindness, dry-eye syndrome, lung damage, photophobia, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, permanent loss of nail beds, scarring of mucous membranes, arthritis, and chronic fatigue syndrome. Many patients' pores scar shut, causing them to retain heat.

Did you know?

People about to have surgery must tell their health care providers about all supplements they take.

Did you know?

According to the FDA, adverse drug events harmed or killed approximately 1,200,000 people in the United States in the year 2015.

Did you know?

A cataract is a clouding of the eyes' natural lens. As we age, some clouding of the lens may occur. The first sign of a cataract is usually blurry vision. Although glasses and other visual aids may at first help a person with cataracts, surgery may become inevitable. Cataract surgery is very successful in restoring vision, and it is the most frequently performed surgery in the United States.

Did you know?

The most common treatment options for addiction include psychotherapy, support groups, and individual counseling.

A melanistic jaguar is a colour morph which occurs at about 6% frequency in populations. A melanistic jaguar is a colour morph which occurs at about 6% frequency in populations.
Male giraffe mounting a female. Only dominant males are generally able to mate. Male giraffe mounting a female. Only dominant males are generally able to mate.
Meningocele. (a) A meningocele is a herniation of the meninges, usually associated with the spinal c Meningocele. (a) A meningocele is a herniation of the meninges, usually associated with the spinal c
If sociologists were to study land diving on Pentecost Island in Vanuatu, they could use a variety ... If sociologists were to study land diving on Pentecost Island in Vanuatu, they could use a variety ...
Drugs Commonly Stocked in an Emergency Medical Box Drugs Commonly Stocked in an Emergency Medical Box
The U.S. DOT hazardous materials placards as found in the 2012 Emergency Response Guidebook. ... The U.S. DOT hazardous materials placards as found in the 2012 Emergency Response Guidebook. ...
Video: Alzheimer's Disease

For a complete list of videos, visit our video library