Insect Stings Flashcards
What are signs of insect stings?
Pain.
Swelling & redness of bitten area.
Pawing/biting at affected area.
Development of anaphylactic shock.
What should you apply to a Bee sting?
An alkaline substance - i.e., bicarbonate of soda.
Ice pack to reduce swelling.
What should you apply to a Wasp sting?
An acidic solution - i.e., vinegar.
An ice pack to reduce swelling/pain.
What can multiple stings cause?
Vomiting
Diarrhoea
Collapse
What is the only poisonous snake bite in the UK?
Adder
What are the clinical signs of an adder bite?
Rapid swelling of bitten area.
Fang marks may be present.
Depression.
Redness of area.
Anaphylactic shock - rare.
How does a toad secrete its venom?
Through its skin surface.
What are the clinical signs of toad poisoning?
Local oral irritation.
Hyper salivation.
Seizures/convulsions.
