Australian Snakebites: The Mistakes You Need to Avoid

limb. People may believe that completely restricting the limb will prevent venom from moving.

Using a belt as a tourniquet is not the same as applying a firm pressure bandage. The two actions should not be confused.

The recommended response is to use a firm pressure bandage and immobilise the limb. Improvised tourniquets are part of the outdated advice continue reading …