A snake bite victim should rest the affected body part to prevent the spread of poison, tie a bandage above the wound to slow poison spread, and carefully remove fangs before immediately carrying the victim to the hospital for treatment.
1. What to do if you are bitten by a
snake
Science Lesson for StandardV, St
Ignatius Prep and Primary School
By
Teacher Frank
Teacher Liam
TeacherChris
5. Step 1
Make the victim rest and advise him or her not to move
the part of the body which has been bitten. Resting of the
victim will reduce spreading of poison in the body.
6. Step 2
Use a bandage to tie up the upper part of the wound.
This helps reduce spreading of the poison to the
body.
7. Step 3
Carefully remove the fangs and carry the victim immediately to the
hospital for treatment. Make sure the victim doesn’t walk