2. BITES AND STINGS
Bites and stings are potentially dangerous because:
The venom injected is poisonous.
Casualty is allergic to some insects.
3. BITES AND STINGS
First Aid Priorities:
Make sure you are safe.
Remove casualty from danger.
Treat wound and minimise infection.
Seek medical attention if necessary.
Note the time and nature of the injury.
Identify the attacking creature if possible.
4. ANIMAL BITES
Bites from sharp, pointed teeth cause:
Deep puncture wounds
that can carry germs far
into the tissues.
Infection.
Needs prompt first aid
and medical attention.
5. ANIMAL BITES
Treatment for Serious Wounds:
Control bleeding.
Apply direct pressure.
Raise the injured part.
6. ANIMAL BITES
Treatment for Serious Wounds:
Wash the wound
thoroughly with
warm water.
Cover wound with
sterile dressing.
Bandage to hold
dressing firmly.
Send casualty to
hospital.
7. ANIMAL BITES
Treatment for Superficial Wounds:
Pat the wound dry with clean gauze swabs and
cover with an adhesive dressing or a small
sterile dressing..
Advise the casualty to see a doctor in case
inoculation is needed.
8. SNAKE BITES
Recognition:
A pair of puncture marks.
Breathing difficulties.
Nausea and/or vomiting.
Severe pain at the site of the bite
Redness and swelling around the bite.
Blurred or double vision.
Increased salivation and sweating.
9. SNAKE BITES
Treatment:
DO NOT cut or suck the wound.
Lay the casualty down.
Tell her to keep calm and still.
Keep heart above wounded part.
Wash the wound and pat dry with clean swabs.
Lightly compress above the wound with a roller
bandage.
Immobilise the injury.
Call for an Ambulance.
10. INSECT STINGS
Recognition:
Pain.
Mild swelling.
Soreness.
Some people are allergic to stings and rapidly
develop anaphylactic shock.
Multiple stings can also be dangerous.
Stings in the mouth or throat are serious,
swelling can obstruct the airway.
11. INSECT STINGS
Treatment (Sting in the skin):
If the sting is still in the wound, pluck it out
firmly
with fine tweezers.
Apply a cold compress to relieve pain and
minimise swelling.
Advise the casualty to see doctor if the pain and
swelling persist.
12. INSECT STINGS
Treatment (Sting in the mouth):
Give the casualty ice to suck or cold water to sip,
to minimise the swelling.
Reassure the casualty.
Call for an Ambulance.
