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If someone passes out from inert gas asphyxiation, once brought to a place where there's oxygen how long will it take to regain consciousness?
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Would vary: From almost immediately to never. Depends on degree and duration of damage to the brain from lack of oxygen.
Answered 3/8/2014
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