Envenomations: Snakes, Lizards, Marine Life, and Arthropods- Part 1: Evidence-Based Treatment of Snakebites

This episode focuses on the appropriate and inappropriate treatment when caring for a patient who has been bitten by a venomous snake.---This is episode 1 of the series: Envenomations: Snakes, Lizards, Marine Life, and ArthropodsEnvenomations, particularly snakebites, are common in Southern states, yet mosthealthcare professionals have little formal training on this subject. Frequently, the medical care provided is inconsistent with established guidelines. There are a variety of common mistakes of both omission and commission. Antivenom is not administered when it is indicated, and antibiotics and surgical interventions are ordered despite the evidence indicating these are unnecessary. Many soft tissue infections are mis-diagnosed as spider bites and hymenoptera stings often receive unnecessary and potentially dangerous treatments.This podcast reviews the pathophysiology, clinical features, and management of variousenvenomations, including snakebites, scorpion stings, spider bites, hymenoptera stings,bites from venomous lizards and a variety of marine envenomations, including jellyfishstings. Common myths will be dispelled, and learners will be provided with evidence-based treatment guidelines.Nurses may be able to complete an accredited CE activity featuring content from this podcast and earn CE hours provided from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare. For more information, click hereView Episode Show NotesView Episode TranscriptAlready an Elite Member? Login hereLearn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri HealthcareView this podcast course on Elite LearningSeries: Envenomations: Snakes, Lizards, Marine Life, and Arthropods