During a Rapid Ascent, Such as During an Emergency Ascent

question 5

Multiple Choice

During a rapid ascent, such as during an emergency ascent, the rapid re-expansion of the lung can lead to damage from the rapid pressure change, called ____.

• A) chokes
• B) cerebral arterial gas embolism
• C) pulmonary barotrauma
• D) immersion pulmonary edema

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Independent Variables

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Independent Variables

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