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Management of Bites and Stings - Coggle Diagram
Management of Bites and Stings
Snake Bites
• DRSABCD
• rest
• reassure the patient
• apply a pressure immobilisation bandage over the site of the bite and beyond
• immobilise the affected area
• do not elevate
• call for medical help
Bee and Wasp Stings
• remove sting by scraping or flicking sideways (do not squeeze)
• apply ice
• monitor for allergic reactions
• seek medical advice
Redback Spider
• DRSABCD
• reassure the person
• apply ice
• seek medical advice
Bluebottles/Marine Stings
• DRSABCD
• immerse the area in hot water to help alleviate pain
• seek medical attention
Funnel Web Spider
• DRSABCD
• reassure the person
• apply pressure bandage over the bitten area and extend down the limb (see snapshot shown above)
• seek urgent medical attention