The Importance of Understanding Lung Surfactant and Foam in Drowning

Biologic surfactant in the lungs is chemically similar to soap and plays a crucial role in water interaction in the alveoli./nFoam formation resembling large bubbles occurs in severe drownings and can hinder resuscitation efforts./nLack of familiarity with foam formation can distract and derail resuscitation attempts./nUnderstanding the origin and management of foam formation is essential./nLoss of consciousness typically occurs after one minute of not breathing during ongoing submersion./nCardiac arrest usually happens after approximately 10 minutes of continuous immersion.