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Emergecny Approach to Snakebite
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Case Description
Access to early, equipped medical care for snake bites is crucial. Suspected snakebite victims need prompt transportation to a health facility and should avoid traditional treatments. Improving outcomes requires quick IV access, hydration assessment, vital sign monitoring, and timely antivenom...
Case Summary
- First aid for snake bites should prioritize avoiding harm. Common practices like applying ice, squeezing out blood, or using venom extractors are not recommended. Tight tourniquets are particularly dangerous and should be avoided. If a tie is necessary, it should be loose enough to allow a finger to pass through.
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Dr. Nirmal Peter Abraham
Emergency Physician, IQRAA International Hospital & Research Centre, KozikodeDr. Nirmal Peter Abraham, Emergency Physician, IQRAA International Hospital & Research Centre, Kozikode
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