by Amy Lightwater
It appears to be that around the planet people have a deadly fear of snakes but our precise real factual knowledge of them is naive, although we humans are much larger than them! Adults and children alike, sporadically live in fear when venturing in known hot spots where they might be. People nonchalantly admit to not even travelling to certain countries like Australia, imagining they are seen consistently and may be stalking under any bush lying in wait to attack. It'd surprise you to hear that death from snake bites is intensely rare but that's not to claim we should not be apprised of the risks and easy provisions in the eventuality of a nip or a bite!
If out hiking or camping and a member of your team or group were to be bitten by a snake then there are some fast first aid steps that must be brought to guarantee a fast and fast recovery, or first aid treatment, until the patient can be attended to by emergency services or a doctor. mainly due to the rarity of visually seeing snakes, most people will struggle to identifying exactly what snake has bitten you, this is common. Hopefully you will get a peek of the snake's marks or size before if slithers away at speed. If you can identify the snake inform the medical team immediately as this is going to be a key element in what anti-venom they should use. If you aren't certain then it's vital that venom-detection is used as using the wrong anti venom can just as easily cause major problems and serious reactions.
Once you are aware you have been bitten stay still and apply the right pressure to immobilise the bitten area. Don't run a high speed away - the snake will do that for you as he is just as scared of you! Try to use a splint rather than a too tight bandage, but if you do need to use a bandage make the pressure similar to that required for a sprain. Do not remove the splint or bandage until emergency services have reached you or you them.
Laying still is crucial and likewise there isn't a need to rip off layers of clothing as even the tiniest general movement will help the venom circulate further into the bloodstream. Resist the temptation to walk or run to the car so that it is possible to get to an infirmary unless definitely imperative. Unlike say a bee sting, don't try to extract or suck out the venom as this will simply have the reverse effect.
Sometimes a bite can happen so quick that you may not notice or there is a delayed reaction until you realise what has happened. However there are some basic symptoms which should confirm if you have fallen victim to a bite. Symptoms such as headache, nausea, vomiting and abdominal pain are good indicators. Continued bleeding from a bite or painful tender lymph nodes along with blurred vision, muscle weakness or paralysis or all immediate indications.
Seeking medical assistance is vital and speed should be of utmost haste. If in extreme remote areas then flying doctor services should be called - they will have the knowledge and expertise. Ideally if you are travelling in a remote area where snakes are prevalent then you should always take a travel first aid kit equipped with anti venom or at least the ability to form a good splint. You may even have to hand a simple chart of snake markings for the region to assist identification.There are many survival first aid kits which now cater for the outside chance of a snake bite. As with any emergency the best advice is not to panic, keep calm and remain with the injured party to ensure their safety and to give moral support until emergency personnel arrive.
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