10-3 Rev. A
2018-11-7
Supplement 1 – Aero-Medical Aspects
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Effects of Carbon Monoxide on the human body
Even small concentrations of CO in Hemoglobin (Hb) (the active component of red blood cells
in the human blood) can have an impact on human health. The table below shows the impact of
increasing concentrations of COHb.
Symptoms vary widely based on exposure level, duration and the general health and age of an
individual. The symptoms most significant in the recognition of carbon monoxide poisoning
include: headache, dizziness and nausea. These 'flu like' symptoms are often mistaken for a real
case of the flu and can result in delayed or misdiagnosed treatment. If you experience these
symptoms and your CO detector alarm is sounding, a potentially serious buildup of carbon
monoxide exists.
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Effect of Cabin Altitude on Individuals
“Hypoxia (also known as Hypoxiation or Anoxemia) is a condition in which the body or a region
of the body is deprived of adequate oxygen supply”, Wikipedia.
% COHb
Effect
10
No symptoms. Heavy smokers can have as much as 9%
COHb.
15
Mild headache.
25
Nausea and serious headache. Fairly quick recovery after
treatment with oxygen and/or fresh air.
30
Symptoms intensify. Potential for long term effects
especially in the case of infants, children, the elderly, victims
of heart disease and pregnant women.
45
Unconsciousness
50+
Death
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