What aspect of Nitrox diving should be managed post-dive?

Managing surface intervals post-dive is crucial for the safety of divers. Surface intervals allow time for nitrogen absorbed during the dive to be eliminated from the body before the next dive. When diving with Nitrox, even though it provides a better mix of gases that can reduce the risk of nitrogen narcosis and prolong bottom time, it does not eliminate the need for appropriate surface intervals. Ensuring that these intervals are adhered to helps prevent decompression sickness (DCS) and allows the body to efficiently off-gas nitrogen.

While aspects such as equipment maintenance, logbook entries, and health assessments are important, they do not directly impact the immediate safety and physiological considerations of diving as surface intervals do. Surface intervals are a critical component of dive planning and execution that ensures divers can safely enjoy subsequent dives without increasing their risk of injury.