What water temperature has been shown to be a favorable prognostic factor in near drowning?
a. Higher than 104° F
b. Between 98.6° F and 104° F
c. Between 70° F and 98° F
d. Between 27° F and 70° F
D
The water temperature needs to range between 27° F and 70° F to increase the chance of surviving a near drowning.
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