Which one of the following deepwater diving emergencies has a gradual onset?

A) air embolism
B) decompression sickness
C) barotrauma
D) hydraulic compression


Answer: B

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A woman is more likely to develop breast cancer if 

A. she had her first child before age 30. B. her diet is high in vegetables. C. her diet is low in fat. D. she is obese.

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A disorder in which the body's immune system creates antibodies that attack the person's own living cells is classified as which type of disease?

A) Chronic B) Immune C) Autoimmune D) Acute

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Which of the following reactions to injury is present when the length of rehabilitation is greater than 4 weeks?

A. Depression B. Denial C. Acceptance D. Anger

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