Drowning
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Death that occurs as a result of anoxia or heart arrest, associated with immersion in liquid. |
Drowning Categories.
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Near Drowning - Non-fatal immersion or submersion in water. The subject is resuscitable. |
Drowning Definitions and Terms
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