What to do if you are bitten by a snake

Science Lesson for Standard V, St Ignatius Prep and

Primary SchoolBy

Teacher FrankTeacher LiamTeacher Chris

Step 1Make 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.

Step 2Use a bandage to tie up the upper part of the wound. This helps reduce spreading of the poison to the body.

Step 3Carefully remove the fangs and carry the victim immediately to the hospital for treatment. Make sure the victim doesn’t walk