What is critical for Divers who are flown directly from sea level to altitude before treatment?

The need for more oxygen during treatment is critical for divers who are flown directly from sea level to altitude before treatment because of the physiological changes that occur in the body when exposed to lower atmospheric pressure. When divers ascend to altitude after diving, the gases dissolved in their tissues may form bubbles due to a rapid decrease in ambient pressure. In such cases, administering more oxygen can help reduce the size of these bubbles and enhance oxygen delivery to tissues, promoting healing and reducing the risk of decompression sickness.

In altitude situations, maintaining adequate oxygen levels is essential to help counteract the effects of hypoxia that divers may experience due to the lower pressure. This high concentration of oxygen also assists in the re-absorption of nitrogen bubbles that can form in the body after a dive, aiding in safely managing decompression sickness.

Understanding the physiological needs of a diver after transitioning to altitude is crucial for effective treatment after diving incidents.