Physical examination of scuba divers.
With the increasing popularity of courses in scuba diving, prospective diving students coming to physicians for medical examinations are presenting a wide range of ages and physical makeup. A working knowledge of medical fitness for diving and of diving medical emergencies will assist the nondiving physician in establishing a basic medical history and examination for the student scuba diver.
D004242:Diving; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D009326:Naval Medicine; D010808:Physical Examination; D011247:Pregnancy