Template:Snake bite local treatment: Difference between revisions
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*Do: | *Do: | ||
**Immobilize limb in a neutral position | **Immobilize limb in a neutral position | ||
**Remove all jewelry | **Remove all jewelry | ||
**Mark the leading edge of erythema/edema | |||
*Do not: | *Do not: | ||
**Attempt to suck out the venom | **Attempt to suck out the venom | ||
Revision as of 02:00, 15 June 2019
Local Care
- Do:
- Immobilize limb in a neutral position
- Remove all jewelry
- Mark the leading edge of erythema/edema
- Do not:
- Attempt to suck out the venom
- Place the affected part in cold water
- Use a tourniquet or wrap
- Antivenom is first line treatment for compartment syndrome; fasciotomy is last resort if elevated pressures persist.