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Drowning Facts

LET'S GET SERIOUS: Drowning Tifeguardhub.com There were 3,443 accidental drowning deaths in 2007. On average, this accounts to deaths a day. 27% Drowning is responsible for 27% 9f deaths in children aged 4 and under. Зх Maleş are A more likely to drown Alcohol served as a MAJOR factor in drowning deaths for males agěd 15-24. Distress period can last from 20 seconds to 3 minutes. There are 5 stages of drowning: Surprise: Victim recognizes danger and becomes afraid. Involuntary Breath Holding: Victim lays under the static water line then starts holding his/her breath in an attempt to save themself. Unconsciousness: Due to the lack of oxygen the body starts to shut itself down. As a result, the victim becomes uncónscious. Hypoxic Convulsions: Due to the lack of oxygen to the brain the victim's skin turn blue and he/she starts to get convulsions. There are also signs of frothing at the mouth, body jerking, as well as, blue lips and fingernäils. Clinical Death: Breathing and circulation cease. The victim is in cardiac arrest and the fieart stops pumping blood. How to spot a drowner: - Swimmer is bobbing vertically in the water. - Face/mouth is reappearing on the surface of the water. - Arms are pushing water for leverage. - Eyes tell you everything. Sources: Healthkey Centers for Disease and Control and Prevention American Red Cross http://www.lifesavingvictoria.com.au/www/html/967-drowning-summary.asp?intLocationID=967 http://www.poseidon-tech.com/us/patho.html Jeff Ellis and Associates Information used without permission. No copyright infringement intended. Used for educational purposes only.

Drowning Facts

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This infographic outlines the different drowning stages, as well as, a few facts regarding drowing victims.

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