More Water, Less Bubbles

Dehydration is a contributing risk factor for Decompression Sickness (DCS) and where diving safety is concerned, DAN is concerned. The slogan “More Water, Less Bubbles” refers to the fact that good hydration significantly reduces the amount of circulating bubbles. Learn more on how to better avoid dehydration instead of resolving it. Then test your knowledge with our quiz!

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19 May 2023
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1. 
True or False: Dehydration occurs when your body loses more fluid than is taken in and is a contributing factor for Decompression Sickness

2. 
What makes you dehydrate faster during a flight in an airplane?

3. 
Drinks containing caffeine, like coffee and Coke are diuretics. Consuming these will result in:

4. 
Which of the following are contributing factors to dehydration?

5. 
What is meant with Immersion diuresis?

6. 
True or False: when salty water dries on your skin, it leaves crystals behind, this will take the moisture out of the skin, increasing dehydration further.

7. 
Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of dehydration?

8. 
Dark coloured urine normally means…

9. 
What can be done to prevent dehydration?

10. 
True or False: when drinking water, it is recommended to drink a glass of water every 15-20 minutes instead of drinking a litre of water at once just before or after a dive.

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