Near drowning

:: Definition :: Images :: Causes :: Symptoms :: Further Reading

Search results last updated: 5/8/2009

near drowning - Definition: (Source: MedLinePlus)

"Near drowning" means a person almost died from not being able to breathe (suffocating) under water. If a person has been rescued from a near-drowning situation, quick first aid and medical attention are very important. ...
[ read more.. ]

near drowning - Images (Source: MedLinePlus)

Drowning rescue, throw assist

Heimlich maneuver on adult

Drowning rescue on ice, board assist

Drowning rescue, reaching assist

Drowning rescue, board assist

Drowning rescue on the ice, human chain

Causes of near drowning (Source: MedLinePlus)

Attempted suicide; Blows to the head or seizures while in the water; Drinking alcohol while boating or swimming; Falling through thin ice; Inability to swim or panicking while swimming; Leaving small children unattended around bathtubs and pools. ... [ read more.. ]

Symptoms of near drowning (Source: MedLinePlus)

Symptoms can vary, but may include: Abdominal distention ; Bluish skin of the face, especially around the lips; Chest pain ; Cold skin and pale appearance; Confusion ; Cough with pink, frothy sputum; Irritability; Lethargy ; No breathing ; Restlessness ; Shallow or gasping respirations; Unconsciousness ; Vomiting . ... [ read more.. ]

Further Reading on near drowning

Children's Health Guide - Overview ( WebMD ) This topic advises parents and caregivers on ways to help prevent illness and accidental injuries in young children . It is not ...Many other injuries result from everyday activities. Drowning , falling, Health and Safety,Ages 2 to 5 Years - Overview ( WebMD ) This topic advises parents and caregivers on ways to help prevent illness and accidental injuries in young children . It is not ...Many other injuries result from everyday activities. Drowning , falling, Poisoning ( WebMD ) Poison is anything that kills or injures through its chemical actions...Place the telephone number (along with police, fire, and 911 or equivalent) near your home phones. If you phone a poison...

near drowning: Health Search Results from the Invisible Web