Envenomation Flashcards

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Q

How do you manage sitesnake bites?

A
  • Apply pressure immobiliation bandage
  • splint lib
  • immobilise to strecther
  • 2x IV access
  • Manage resp distress with O2 and supportive care
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How do you manage spider bites

A

Red back:
no PBI
- apply ice

Big black spiders:

  • apply PBI and immobilise
  • Manage pulmonary oedema with CPAP
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3
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How do you manage marine animal stings

A

Non-tropical jellyfish:

  • wash with sea-water
  • gently pick off tenticles
  • apply hot/warm water to site
  • consider ice

Barbed fish/rays:

  • do not remove bard
  • manage haemorrhage
  • immerse in warm hot water if available

Blur ringed octopus:
- apply PBI and immobilise patient on stretcher

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