A 35-year-old male presents with chest pain, joint pain, and dizziness after a recent scuba diving excursion. During transport at high altitude, his symptoms worsen. Which of the following treatments is most appropriate during flight?
The patient is exhibiting symptoms of decompression sickness, which can worsen with altitude. Administering 100% oxygen reduces the size of nitrogen bubbles in tissues and promotes nitrogen off-gassing, which is crucial in managing decompression sickness.
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