Do:
Remove all jewelry
Mark the leading edge of erythema/edema
Do not:
Attempt to suck out the venom
Place the affected part in cold water
Use a tourniquet or wrap
Antivenom is first line treatment for compartment syndrome; fasciotomy is last resort if elevated pressures persist.
Remove all jewelry
Mark the leading edge of erythema/edema
Attempt to suck out the venom
Place the affected part in cold water
Use a tourniquet or wrap
Antivenom is first line treatment for compartment syndrome; fasciotomy is last resort if elevated pressures persist.
See below
IVF and vasopressors if needed for hypotension
Blood products rarely needed
Consider early intubation for head and neck envenomations. High risk for edema and airway compromise.
Crotaline envenomation
Necrotizing fasciitis
Stonefish envenomation
Cellulitis
Lionfish envenomation
Allergic Reaction
Fire coral envenomation
Hymenoptera stings 