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The Physiology of SCUBA Diving
In this short course, we'll focus in on what happens when we SCUBA dive. We'll talk about the factors we have to contend with in the environment and how that affects our physiology, as well as what can happen when something goes wrong.
Course style: Short-form
Intended course length: 2 days
Expected class time: Approximately 1.5 hours per class
Price: $75
Topics we'll cover in this course:
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Factors involved in underwater immersion
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Effects of SCUBA diving on blood gases
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Cardiovascular and pulmonary responses to SCUBA diving
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Decompression sickness
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