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Eleanor Deserves Medal Near Drowning Experience

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On a hot summer day, Eleanor was playing at the beach with her friends. They were building sandcastles and splashing in the water. Eleanor was having a lot of fun. Her parents were watching them from a distance. They saw Eleanor run into the water and start to splash with her friends. They were not worried, because they knew that Eleanor was a strong swimmer.

Suddenly, Eleanor's friends realized that she was not splashing around anymore. They looked around and saw her floating face down in the water. They screamed for help. Eleanor's parents ran into the water and pulled her out. She was not breathing and her lips were blue. They called 911 and started CPR.

Eleanor Deserves a Medal: A Near Drowning Experience

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The paramedics arrived and took over CPR. They were able to revive Eleanor and she was rushed to the hospital. She spent the next few days in the hospital recovering from her near-drowning experience. Eleanor is now back home and ng well. She is grateful to her friends and parents for saving her life.

This article describes the near drowning experience of Eleanor, a young girl who was playing at the beach with her friends. Eleanor's friends and parents were able to rescue her. She was taken to the hospital and spent the next few days recovering. She is now back home and ng well.

Near Drowning Statistics

Near drowning is a serious problem. In the United States, there are about 3,500 near-drowning incidents each year. Of these, about 800 result in death. Children are most at risk of near drowning. In 2019, children under the age of 15 accounted for more than half of all near-drowning deaths.

There are many factors that can contribute to a near-drowning incident, including:

Lack of supervision
Inadequate swimming ability
Alcohol or drug use
Medical conditions such as epilepsy or heart disease

There are a number of things that can be done to prevent near drowning, including:

Supervising children in the water
Teaching children to swim
Avoiding alcohol and drug use while swimming
Getting regular medical checkups

Signs and Symptoms of Near Drowning

The signs and symptoms of near drowning can vary, depending on the severity of the incident. Some of the most common signs and symptoms include:

Coughing or choking
Difficulty breathing
Pale or blue skin
Loss of consciousness

If you think someone is experiencing a near drowning, call 911 immediately. Start CPR if the person is not breathing. CPR can help to keep the person's blood flowing and oxygenated until medical help arrives.

Treatment for Near Drowning

The treatment for near drowning depends on the severity of the incident. Some people may only need a few hours of observation in the hospital. Others may need to be intubated and placed on a ventilator. In severe cases, near drowning can lead to death.

The goal of treatment is to stabilize the person's vital signs and to prevent further complications. Treatment may include:

Oxygen therapy
Intubation and ventilation
Antibiotics
Surgery

The prognosis for near drowning depends on the severity of the incident and the promptness of treatment. With early intervention, most people who experience a near drowning can make a full recovery.

Near drowning is a serious problem, but it can be prevented. By taking simple precautions, you can help to keep your family and friends safe in the water.

If you see someone who is experiencing a near drowning, call 911 immediately and start CPR. Your quick actions could save a life.