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(Y21) Drowning and submersion, undetermined intent
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9 077 in individuals diagnosis drowning and submersion, undetermined intent confirmed
36 245 deaths with diagnosis drowning and submersion, undetermined intent
399% mortality rate associated with the disease drowning and submersion, undetermined intent
Diagnosis drowning and submersion, undetermined intent is diagnosed Men are 49.65% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis drowning and submersion, undetermined intent
25 572 (376.5 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis drowning and submersion, undetermined intent
10 673 (467.1 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease drowning and submersion, undetermined intent - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 10-14
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-9, 20-29, 60-64
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 10-19, 30-59, 65-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-9, 15-64, 70-79, 85-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 10-14, 65-69, 80-84
Disease Features drowning and submersion, undetermined intent
Absence or low individual and public risk
Drowning and submersion, undetermined intent - what does this mean
Drowning and submersion, undetermined intent, is a form of drowning in which the cause of the drowning is unknown. it can occur due to accidental or intentional submersion in water, or due to a medical condition that causes the person to become unconscious and unable to save themselves. the signs and symptoms of drowning and submersion, undetermined intent, can include difficulty breathing, coughing, and confusion.
What happens during the disease - drowning and submersion, undetermined intent
Drowning and submersion, undetermined intent is a complex condition caused by a combination of factors, including a lack of oxygen to the brain due to water entering the lungs, an inability to escape from the water due to physical limitations or environmental factors, and a lack of knowledge or intent to do so. this condition can lead to hypoxia, cardiac arrest, and death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Perform a physical examination
- Collect a complete medical history
- Obtain laboratory tests, such as blood and urine tests
- Perform imaging studies, such as X-rays, CT scans, and MRIs
- Conduct a psychological evaluation
- Review the circumstances of the drowning or submersion
- Analyze the person's medical records
- Interview witnesses and family members
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal of Treatment: To resuscitate and stabilize the patient
- Administer CPR if patient is not breathing
- Administer oxygen
- Monitor vital signs
- Administer intubation if necessary
- Administer IV fluids and medications
- Monitor for complications
- Provide supportive care
- Provide psychological support
4 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Drowning and submersion, undetermined intent - Prevention
Prevention of drowning and submersion, undetermined intent, involves teaching children to swim, providing close supervision of children near water, wearing of life jackets when boating, and avoiding alcohol use while swimming or boating. additionally, having a barrier, such as a fence, around a pool may also help to reduce the risk of drowning.