Real drowning rarely looks the way
films and television portray it

 

 

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 ✓ No screaming

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 ✓ No splashing

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 ✓ Instinctive drowning response

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 ✓ Inability to call for help

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      10

            SECONDS

          Loss of breath control

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       20

            SECONDS

          Submersion occurs

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       30

             SECONDS

          Unconsciousness

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      • Family gatherings

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      • Vacations

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      • Inflatable toys

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      • Older siblings supervising

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      • "Just for a minute"

 

 

 

Most parents never imagine the moment will involve their child.