A 23-year-old diver has been brought to the surface by fellow divers after behaving erratically while in the water. Your assessment reveals him to be confused and uncoordinated with an open airway and adequate breathing. He has a strong radial pulse and a SpO2 of 98%. He is diabetic and your partner reports that his blood sugar is 91 mg/dL. The remainder of your assessment is unremarkable. Based
on this presentation and history, which one of the following would be the most likely cause of his condition?
A) Hypoglycemia
B) Increased nitrogen levels in the blood
C) Hypoxia and hypoglycemia
D) Seizure activity
B
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a. Acute osteomyelitis b. Diffuse sclerosing osteomyelitis c. Condensing osteitis d. Garré's osteomyelitis e. Focal sclerosing osteomyelitis
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Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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