Scuba Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
in general, what is the most common type of injury during scuba?
A
barotrauma
2
Q
what organ is most affected by barotrauma on ascent during diving?
A
lungs
3
Q
what two areas of the body are most commonly affected on descent during scuba by barotrauma?
A
middle ear and sinus
4
Q
what is the most severe lung complication of barotrauma during ascent while in scuba?
A
arterial gas embolism
5
Q
during inner ear barotrauma, when water rushes into the ear, what two new symptoms can develop?
A
tinnitus and vertigo
6
Q
if a patient experiences TM perforation, what medication is recommended prophylactically?
A
ciprofloxacin BID x 3 days
7
Q
how long after TM perforation is the typical time to return to diving?
A
1-3 months
8
Q
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