Reference no: EM1363722

Someone is nearly drowned. They were brought out of the water shortly after passing out: would it make sense for them to wake up on their own without someone having to give them mouth to mouth resusitation or CPR? Or is that unrealistic considering how the body is capable of surviving a near drowning experience?

Would it be unrealistic for them to cough up water after being brought out of the water, yet remain unconscious? Or can you only cough up water after awakening?

Any additional information on the possibility of surviving a near drowning experience while remaining unconcious would be appreciated.