Venomous Snakebite in Mountainous Terrain: Prevention and Management

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Venomous Snakebite in Mountainous Terrain: Prevention and Management Jeff J. Boyd, MBBS, UIAGM, Giancelso Agazzi, MD, Dario Svajda, MD, Arthur J. Morgan, MBBCh, Silvia Ferrandis, MD, Robert L. Norris, MD Wilderness & Environmental Medicine Volume 18, Issue 3, Pages 190-202 (September 2007) DOI: 10.1580/06-WEME-RA-087R.1 Copyright © 2007 Wilderness Medical Society Terms and Conditions

Figure 1 First-aid algorithm. Transportation is a priority and should be organized as soon as possible. Wilderness & Environmental Medicine 2007 18, 190-202DOI: (10.1580/06-WEME-RA-087R.1) Copyright © 2007 Wilderness Medical Society Terms and Conditions

Figure 2 Advanced field medical treatment algorithm. Wilderness & Environmental Medicine 2007 18, 190-202DOI: (10.1580/06-WEME-RA-087R.1) Copyright © 2007 Wilderness Medical Society Terms and Conditions

Figure 3 Pressure immobilization of the lower extremity using an elastic wrap and a SAM splint. A, Left lower extremity with simulated bite site to the top of the foot. B, The lower extremity is wrapped above the knee as high as possible with a compression bandage (W). C, A splint is placed behind the leg with the foot in a neutral position and the knee in a comfortable position. D, A second wrap is applied over the splint holding it firmly in place. (From Davidson.48). Wilderness & Environmental Medicine 2007 18, 190-202DOI: (10.1580/06-WEME-RA-087R.1) Copyright © 2007 Wilderness Medical Society Terms and Conditions