What should be done if neurological abnormalities are found in a diver?

When a diver exhibits neurological abnormalities, it is critical to address the situation with appropriate urgency and care. The choice to switch to Treatment Table 6 is correct because this table specifically addresses cases involving neurological problems, particularly if a diver shows symptoms like weakness, numbness, or other signs suggesting central nervous system involvement.

Treatment Table 6 is designed to provide the necessary hyperbaric treatment protocol tailored for neurological decompression sickness. This ensures that the diver receives the appropriate oxygen therapy to combat the effects of nitrogen bubbles in the central nervous system and facilitate recovery.

Other choices would not provide the required response to a diver with neurological symptoms. Proceeding as normal with the dive poses significant risk, as it ignores potential life-threatening conditions. Similarly, beginning Treatment Table 5 is not appropriate in this scenario, as it is not specifically aimed at addressing neurological symptoms. Simply notifying the dive supervisor, while important, does not direct the immediate medical response required to treat the diver’s condition.

Utilizing Treatment Table 6 is a critical step to ensure the diver’s safety and proper management of potentially serious symptoms.