Snake Bites

Dos & Don'ts

DOS

Give First Aid

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Keep the bitten limb still and below heart level to slow venom spread.

Remove any tight clothing or jewelry near the bite to allow for swelling.

Give First Aid

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Call emergency services immediately for help.

Apply a pressure immobilization bandage, wrapping firmly from the bite upwards.

DON'Ts

give first aid

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Don’t suck out the venom.

Don’t apply ice or a tourniquet.

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Don’t attempt to catch the snake.

Don’t give the victim anything to eat or drink, especially alcohol.