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                                 DROWNING
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   Drowning causes asphyxia by water entering the lungs or by causing the
   throat to go into spasm so constricting the air passage known as
   ( dry drowning ). Only small amounts of water can enter the lungs,
   however, no time should be wasted in trying to remove any water from
   the casualty's lungs.

      Congestion of the lungs can happen very quickly, but it may be
   several hours before it is apparent. So all casualties rescued from
   drowning should be sent to Hospital.

      If the casualty has been immersed in cold water for a long period,
   there is also a danger of Hypothermia, so it is important that the
   casualty is kept warm.

   AIM
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   Get air into the casualty's lungs as fast as possible, in the water,
   if necessary, continue Mouth To Mouth ( see section - Resusitation )
   as soon as you can get the casualty onto a firm surface such as the
   shore or a boat. 

   Arrange removal to Hospital.

   TREATMENT
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   1: Quickly remove any obstructions such as seaweed from the casualty's
      mouth and begin Mouth To Mouth immediately. If the casualty is 
      still in the water, it may be possible to give Ventilation there.

   2: When you can place the casualty on a firm surface, check breathing
      and heartbeat and continue resusitation if necessary.

   3: As soon as the casualty begins breathing normally, place in the 
      Recovery Position. ( see section - Resusitation )

   4: Keep the casualty warm. If possible remove wet clothing and dry off
      the casualty. Cover with spare clothes and/or towels.

   5: Remove casualty to Hospital: transport as a stretcher case
      maintaining the treatment position.

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