Characteristics that are unique to certain poisonous snakes
include: Rattlesnakes rattle by shaking the rings
at the end of their tails. Water moccasins’ mouths have a white,
cottony lining. Coral snakes have red, yellow and black
rings along the length of their bodies. To reduce your risk of snakebite, avoid
touching any snake. Instead, back away
slowly. Most snakes avoid people if
possible and bite only when threatened
or surprised. If a snake bites you; 1. Remain calm. 2. Immobilize the bitten arm or leg, and
stay as quiet as possible to keep the
poison from spreading through your
body. 3. Remove jewelry before you start to
swell. 4. Position yourself, if possible, so that
the bite is at or below the level of your
heart. 5. Cleanse the wound, but don’t flush it
with water, and cover it with a clean, dry
dressing. 6. Apply a splint to reduce movement
of the affected area, but keep it loose
enough so as not to restrict blood flow. 7. Don’t use a tourniquet or apply ice. 8. Don’t cut the wound or attempt to
remove the venom. 9. Don’t drink caffeine or alcohol. 10. Don’t try to capture the snake, but
try to remember its color and shape so
you can describe it, which will help in
your treatment. 11. Seek immediate medical attention,
especially if the area changes color,
begins to swell or is painful.
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