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(W66) Drowning and submersion following fall into bath-tub
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2 111 in individuals diagnosis drowning and submersion following fall into bath-tub confirmed
4 543 deaths with diagnosis drowning and submersion following fall into bath-tub
215% mortality rate associated with the disease drowning and submersion following fall into bath-tub
Diagnosis drowning and submersion following fall into bath-tub is diagnosed Prevalent in Men Only
2 111
Men receive the diagnosis drowning and submersion following fall into bath-tub
1 967 (93.2 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis drowning and submersion following fall into bath-tub
2 576 (Infinity %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease drowning and submersion following fall into bath-tub - Men aged 55-59 and Women aged 0
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 55-59
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-54, 60-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-95+
No Cases of the Disease Drowning and submersion following fall into bath-tub identified in Men
Disease Features drowning and submersion following fall into bath-tub
Absence or low individual and public risk
Drowning and submersion following fall into bath-tub - what does this mean
Drowning and submersion following a fall into a bath-tub typically occurs when a person slips and falls into the bath-tub while bathing or filling it with water. the person can become submerged and unable to get out of the bath-tub, leading to drowning or submersion if they are unable to get out in time.
What happens during the disease - drowning and submersion following fall into bath-tub
Drowning and submersion following a fall into a bath-tub is caused by a combination of factors including lack of air, water pressure, and cold shock. when a person falls into a bath-tub, they are unable to breathe normally due to the lack of air and the water pressure compresses their chest, making it difficult to draw breath. additionally, the cold shock of the water can cause a person to become disoriented and unable to save themselves.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Review of medical history
- Physical examination
- Imaging studies such as X-ray, CT scan and MRI
- Laboratory tests such as blood tests and urine tests
- Electrocardiogram (ECG)
- Pulmonary function tests
- Lung biopsy
- Bronchoscopy
- Sputum culture
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treat the patient to prevent further injury or death.
- Administer cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) if needed.
- Check for signs of breathing and circulation.
- Monitor patient’s vital signs.
- Administer oxygen if needed.
- Provide supportive care and monitor for complications.
- Administer medications to treat any underlying medical conditions.
- Provide psychological support for the patient and family.
- Provide follow-up care as needed.
No Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Drowning and submersion following fall into bath-tub - Prevention
The best way to prevent drowning and submersion following a fall into a bath-tub is to ensure that the bathroom is kept free of any hazards that could cause a person to slip or trip and to install safety devices such as grab bars, non-slip mats, and a bathtub seat. additionally, always supervise children while they are in the bathtub and never leave them unattended.