Would you accept O2 without qualification?

[H2Andy]

but shouldn't it be explained that the good samaritan law is a legal defense, not a get out of jail (or court) free card. And that if sued, they will have to attempt to prove that they acted in good faith and in a reasonable fashion?

yes, there is no guarantee you won't be sued. but unless
you have deep pockets, the incentive to sue you will be
very little.

 

[RIDIVER501]

getting sued is one thing. having them win the law suit is another.

 

[rjchandler]

I understand hat this is not your field, but shouldn't it be explained that the good samaritan law is a legal defense, not a get out of jail (or court) free card. And that if sued, they will have to attempt to prove that they acted in good faith and in a reasonable fashion?

Well the Michigan God Samaritan law might not protect you unless you were a Medical Professional.

 

[H2Andy]

in Florida, the GS law covers everybody, whether or not they are a medical professional.

 

[Seabear70]

getting sued is one thing. having them win the law suit is another.

SO, assuming that you win. And I do assume that you will win. How much do you figure your act of kindness will cost you?

For that matter, is there anyway to collect those costs from the person who sued you?

 

[Seabear70]

http://www.momsteam.com/alpha/features/cardiac_awareness_center/good_samaritan_laws.shtml

 

[cocinas]

There are no contraindications for giving oxygen therapy. If a person is having a stroke or cardiac problems, then they MUST have oxygen. Their problem is with the body not receiving oxygen-carrying blood in both situations. If a person has COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), such as emphysema, they do not have the properly functioning biological sensors to determine the proper oxygen/co2 blood levels, so if they have too much oxygen, they might stop breathing. Firstly, they shouldn't be diving if they have copd. Secondly, if they stop breathing, you just breath for them. They will start breathing again. The only other problem is at the surface, if a person breathes 100% oxygen for several DAYS, they might develop a dry respiratory system or pulmonary oxygen toxicity. Of course, at depth, depending upon the oxygen concentration in the breathing gas, neurological toxicity is possible. That is why nitrox is not for diving deeper. you can't hurt any diver by giving them oxygen, even if they don't need it.