Physiology of Deep Diving

Explain the biochemical mechanisms of central nervous system oxygen toxicity.

Explain the physiological effects of hyperoxia on pulmonary tissue (pulmonary toxicity).

Calculate oxygen exposure using Oxygen Toxicity Units (OTUs) and the CNS Oxygen Toxicity Clock.

Analyze the factors that increase susceptibility to oxygen toxicity during diving.

Explain the Meyer-Overton hypothesis and lipid solubility theory of inert gas narcosis.

Analyze the narcotic potency of different inert gases relative to nitrogen.

Evaluate the thermal properties of helium and their physiological consequences for the diver.

Explain the mechanisms, symptoms, and predisposing factors for High Pressure Nervous Syndrome (HPNS).

Analyze the concept of isobaric counter-diffusion and its implications for gas switching strategies.