Greetings All
I was given a scenario last night and asked how I would handle this problem. I was uncertain of the correct answer and I thought I would ask for input on this forum. I am sorry if this question has come up before.
The scenario is this: A diver is bolting to the surface due to panic. The diver started to bolt at about 70 feet. You are within arms length of the diver. You are able to slow the divers ascent, but cannot stop his ascent. You are unsure of the reason the diver is trying to surface, what you know for sure is that the diver is not exhaling, just in full panic mode and not paying any attention to you. You think that the diver is in serious risk of lung overexpansion, and something must be done. How do you try to get the diver to exhale?
I realize that most scenarios have different and proper solutions. I am interested in hearing how you might handle a scenario like this.
Again, I am sorry if this question has come up before.
Best Regards,
Tom
I was given a scenario last night and asked how I would handle this problem. I was uncertain of the correct answer and I thought I would ask for input on this forum. I am sorry if this question has come up before.
The scenario is this: A diver is bolting to the surface due to panic. The diver started to bolt at about 70 feet. You are within arms length of the diver. You are able to slow the divers ascent, but cannot stop his ascent. You are unsure of the reason the diver is trying to surface, what you know for sure is that the diver is not exhaling, just in full panic mode and not paying any attention to you. You think that the diver is in serious risk of lung overexpansion, and something must be done. How do you try to get the diver to exhale?
I realize that most scenarios have different and proper solutions. I am interested in hearing how you might handle a scenario like this.
Again, I am sorry if this question has come up before.
Best Regards,
Tom