First Aid treatment guide for scorpion sting injuries.
PatientPatient Care; Scorpion Sting
- Perform a primary assessment and monitor the patient's Cycle of Care AB-CABS
- If the patient shows signs of severe allergic reaction, treat appropriately
- Once EMS has been contacted, obtain and follow local medical control directions for field treatment prior to their arrival; Keep the patient still and at rest
- Depending on the directions from EMS
- clean the bite area with soap and water or rubbing alcohol
- apply a cold compress to the area and elevate, or apply pressure immobilization
- Transport the patient to a medical facility as antivenin exists for some spiders
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