Page 50 - Primary Six Notes

Do not move the bitten limb (leg or hand)

Tie a bandage 2 to 4 inches above the bite wound to slow the

spread of venom in the body. If the bite area turns cold or

numb, the bandage is too tight. Loosen it. Use a splint to immo-

bilize the wounded limb.

Clean the wound

If there is bleeding, stop it first by applying pressure on the

bite wound. When the bleeding stops, clean the wound with
soap and water to prevent infection. Dress up the wound. Do

not wash the wound under running water.

Get medical help early

Call for help early and bring the victim to the nearest hospital

Signs of snake bites

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It leaves two fang marks on the bitten area through which

some blood dozes