Personal Watercraft Insurance – Cold Shock Response
You just fell overboard! The shock of the cold water causes you to gasp for air. It takes your breath away! With all this gasping, hyperventilation will kick in, which can reduce blood flow to the brain and your oxygen supply. This may cause dizziness and confusion. Along with the hyperventilation, there is a claustrophobic feeling of not being able to get enough air and this increases the potential for panic. And if that’s not enough, the ability to hold your breath is almost impossible! And your respiratory problems are just the beginning. In addition, your Cardiovascular Responses can then include rapid heart rate (up to double or more of your normal heart rate) and some irregular heartbeats. This increased workload on the heart puts even the healthiest individuals in danger of a heart attack.
