When a diver omits decompression deeper than 30 feet, which treatment table should be referred to?

When a diver experiences a situation where decompression is omitted at depths greater than 30 feet, Treatment Table 6 is the appropriate reference for management. This specific treatment table is designed to address cases of decompression sickness that originate from dives at significant depths, especially in circumstances where decompression stops have been skipped.

Treatment Table 6 includes a series of hyperbaric treatments that involve specific protocols to efficiently off-gas nitrogen and reduce the likelihood of further complications arising from the omitted decompression. It provides guidelines for the depth and duration of subsequent treatments, tailored to optimize the recovery of the diver.

Utilizing this table is crucial in a clinical setting to ensure that divers receive the best possible care and that the risk of residual effects from the dive is minimized. In contrast, the other treatment tables listed may pertain to different scenarios or degrees of decompression, making them less suitable for this particular situation.