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Descent Emergencies Caused Sudden Increase Pressure Body Person

Front What are descent emergencies?
Back These are usually caused by the sudden increase in pressure on the body as the person dives deeper into the water. The usual areas affected are the lungs, the sinus cavities, the middle ear, the teeth, and the area of the face surrounded by the diving mask.

Tags: 30, emergencies, environmental

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