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Snakebite & Emergency Response

What is the immediate first aid protocol after a snakebite?

Direct Answer:

Keep the victim completely still, calm, and immobilize the bitten limb using a rigid splint. Transport immediately to a medical center for Anti-Snake Venom (ASV) therapy. Never cut the wound or apply tourniquets.

Snakebite is a life-threatening medical emergency prevalent in rural regions. Immediate non-panicked immobilization slows venom transport through the lymphatic system.

First Aid Do's & Don'ts

  • DO: Keep victim calm, immobilize bitten limb with a splint, remove rings/watches before swelling occurs, transport quickly to a hospital.
  • DON'T: Do NOT cut the skin, suck venom out, apply tight tourniquets, apply ice/herbal pastes, or give alcohol/aspirin.
When to Seek Medical Care:

Go immediately to an emergency room if bitten by any snake, regardless of pain. Warning signs of envenomation include severe swelling, drooping eyelids (ptosis), difficulty swallowing, or bleeding from gums.

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