Return to Diving

Overview

4.7 out of 5 (35 Reviews)

Credits

1.00

Post Assessment Questions

5

Start Date

1 Sep 2023

Last Review Date

26 Jan 2024

Expiration Date

31 Aug 2026

Estimated Time To Finish

60 Minutes


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Activity Description

After an episode of decompression illness or other diving-related injuries, many divers want to go diving again, either for recreation, work, or military service. A thorough understanding of the factors that led to the injury and a careful clinical exam will help the clinician and diving medicine specialist decide if additional tests are indicated and advise the diver of his future risk with a return to diving.

This course covers returning to diving after decompression illness. This activity examines the critical considerations surrounding the resumption of diving post-decompression illness or other diving-related injuries, focusing on recreational divers, dive masters, and dive instructors. Participants can expect an in-depth exploration of the causative factors of decompression illness, emphasizing the absence of specific U.S. guidelines and the crucial role of diving medicine specialists. The course thoroughly examines decompression sickness types, arterial gas embolism, and the primary treatment of recompression in a hyperbaric chamber. Early intervention is underscored, emphasizing its effectiveness in minimizing residual effects and facilitating complete recovery. The course also sheds light on the complexities of bubble formation and the potential spectrum of effects, from mild symptoms to severe consequences such as paralysis or death.

A key highlight of this course lies in recognizing the pivotal role of the interprofessional team in minimizing the recurrence of decompression illness. By participating in this activity, learners gain insights into the nuanced considerations of returning to diving, ensuring a comprehensive and collaborative approach to decision-making.


Target Audience

This activity has been designed to meet the educational needs of physicians, physician associates, nurses, pharmacists, and nurse practitioners.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this activity, the learner will be better able to:

  • Identify the issues associated with return to diving after decompression illness.

  • Determine the clearance protocol of a patient who wants to return to diving after decompression illness.

  • Differentiate between decompression illness types and arterial gas embolism, ensuring accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment selection.

  • Identify interprofessional team strategies for improving care coordination and outcomes in divers who want to return to diving after decompression illness.

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Commercial Support: This activity has received NO commercial support.

Continuing Education Accreditation Information

In support of improving patient care, StatPearls, LLC is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC) to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.

 

Nurses: StatPearls designates this activity for 1.00 ANCC contact hour(s). Nurses should only claim credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

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  3. Study the educational content of the enduring material.
  4. Choose the best answer to each activity test question. To receive credit and a certificate, you must pass the test questions with a minimum score of 100%.
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This educational activity was planned and produced in accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education. Faculty may discuss investigational products or off-label uses of products regulated by the US Food and Drug Administration. Readers should verify all information before employing any therapies described in this educational activity.

The information provided for this activity is for continuing education purposes only and is not meant to substitute for the independent medical/clinical judgment of a healthcare provider relative to diagnostic and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition. The information presented does not necessarily reflect the views of StatPearls or any commercial supporters of educational activities on statpearls.com. StatPearls expressly disclaims responsibility for any adverse consequences resulting directly or indirectly from information in the course, for undetected error, or through a participant's misunderstanding of the content.

Unapproved Uses of Drugs/Devices: In accordance with FDA requirements, the audience is advised that information presented in this continuing education activity may contain references to unlabeled or unapproved uses of drugs or devices. Please refer to the FDA-approved package insert for each drug/device for full prescribing/utilization information.

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Unlimited Nurse CE

Stay up to date on the latest medical knowledge with 6635 CE activities. In these online self-assessment activities, read our reference articles and test your knowledge with more than 7880.5 hours of CE.

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