1. Poison, Bites, and Sting
Module 8

2. Poison, Bites, and Sting
Animal bite
Snake bite
Insect Sting
Poisoning

3. Poison, Bites, and Sting Animal Bite Objectives
Bites from sharp, pointed teeth cause deep puncture wounds that can cause infection
Objectives
Control bleeding
Minimize risk of infection

4. Poison, Bites, and Sting Animal Bite
Treatment
Wash the wound with soap and water to minimize the risk of infection
Pat dry with clean cloth and cover with dressing
Arrange to take to hospital if
the wound is large or deep.

5. Poison, Bites, and Sting Snake Bite
Venom is a poisonous substance that one animal injects
into another in order to defend itself.

6. Poison, Bites, and Sting Snake Bite
Signs and symptoms
Swelling and Fang marks
Severe localized pain
Nausea and vomiting
Disturbed vision
Increased salivation and sweating
Labored breathing
Loss of muscle coordination
Rapid pulse

7. Poison, Bites, and Sting Snake Bite
Objectives
To prevent the spread of the venom
To transport casualty to hospital
Treatment
Reassure the victim and lay him down on the ground
Wash the wound and dry with clean cloth
Lightly compress the limb above the wound
Immobilize the affected area and keep it lower than the heart
Remove jewelry, as swelling will cause constriction
If possible, try to get the description of the snake

8. Poison, Bites, and Sting Insect stings Complications Shock
Multiple stings result in cumulative effect.
Airway obstruction caused by swelling in the throat

9. Poison, Bites, and Sting Insect Stings
Signs and symptoms
Pain, redness, and swelling at the site of sting
Nausea and vomitting
Headache

10. Poison, Bites, and Sting Insect Stings
Treatment
The stinger can be removed using a gauze wiped over the area or by scraping a fingernail over the area.
Wash the site with soap and water.
Apply a cold compress to relieve pain and minimize swelling.
Look out for allergic reaction

11. Poison, Bites, and Sting Insect Stings
Precaution
Do not use tweezers or fingers to remove the stings. It will cause more venom to go into the skin and injure the muscle.

12. Poison, Bites, and Sting Poisoning
Mode of transmission
Poisoning caused by swallowing, injecting, breath in, or otherwise being exposed to a poisonous substance

13. Poison, Bites, and Sting Poisoning
Common causes
Medicines
Detergents and cleaning products
Carbon monoxide gas
Household plants
Paints
Insecticides
Cosmetics
Illicit drug overdose
Chemical exposures
Food poisoning
Animals

14. Poison, Bites, and Sting Swallowed Poison
Signs and symptoms
Nausea vomiting
Abdominal pain
Seizure
Pulse (irregular, fast, or slow)
Unconsciousness

15. Poison, Bites, and Sting Swallowed Poison
Treatment
Reassure
Seek medical aide immediately
Obtain information on type of poison swallowed
Give frequent sips of cold milk
or water for burned lips

16. Poison, Bites, and Sting Swallowed Poison
Precaution
Do not induce vomiting for corrosive poisoning
Maintain open airway if casualty is unconscious
CPR may be required

17. Poison, Bites, and Sting Chemical in the Eye
Splashed in the eye
Signs and symptoms
Pain
Tearing
Blurred vision
Treatment
Wash eye
Seek medical help

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