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First aid for DCI is administered by:
* Monitoring the victim for responsiveness, airway, breathing and circulation, to resucitate if necessary. The victim should be laid on his or her back or (for drowsy, unconscious, or nauseated victims) on their side.
* Administration of 100% oxygen as soon as possible.
* Seeking of immediate medical aid and consultation with a diving medical specialist.
Details of recent dives and responses to first aid treatment should be recorded and provided to the treating medical specialist. The diving details should include depth and time profiles, breathing gases used and surface intervals.
The victim may be allowed to drink water or isotonic fluids only if they are responsive, stable, and not suffering from nausea or stomach pain. Administration of saline via intravenous drip is preferable.
Entonox should not be given.
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