Nitrogen Narcosis

Nitrogen Narcosis Nitrogen is a gas existing in the atmosphere. “Nitrogen narcosis is an anesthetic quality nitrogen has under pressure. The deeper you dive, the more pronounced this narcotic effect becomes” (Shreeves 190). Nitrogen narcosis occurs when divers go below 100 FSW [Feet of Sea Water]. Scuba Divers need to be concerned with this condition. The onset of nitrogen narcosis is hard to recognize, but there are signs to look for in a person’s actions. There …showed first 75 words of 1114 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1114 total…in both the controlled and the experimental ATA. The results of this test offer little or no behavioral adaptation to behavioral narcosis. Nitrogen narcosis seems to have no long-term effects (Rogers 1). Prevention is the best treatment. Nitrogen narcosis is a condition that will occur to every diver in his or her diving experience. With proper training and mental awareness of this condition, every diver will continue to love and enjoy the underwater world. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ **Bibliography**