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Envenomations: Snakes, Lizards, Marine Life, and Arthropods- Part 2: Spiders, Insects, Monsters and More, Oh My.
Manage episode 371767415 series 3403974
This episode focuses on the proper treatment of envenomations from spiders,
scorpions, insects, marine life, and lizards.
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This is episode 2 of the series: Envenomations: Snakes, Lizards, Marine Life, and Arthropods
Envenomations, particularly snakebites, are common in Southern states, yet most
healthcare 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 various
envenomations, including snakebites, scorpion stings, spider bites, hymenoptera stings,
bites from venomous lizards and a variety of marine envenomations, including jellyfish
stings. 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 here
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Series: Envenomations: Snakes, Lizards, Marine Life, and Arthropods
147 episodes
Manage episode 371767415 series 3403974
This episode focuses on the proper treatment of envenomations from spiders,
scorpions, insects, marine life, and lizards.
---
This is episode 2 of the series: Envenomations: Snakes, Lizards, Marine Life, and Arthropods
Envenomations, particularly snakebites, are common in Southern states, yet most
healthcare 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 various
envenomations, including snakebites, scorpion stings, spider bites, hymenoptera stings,
bites from venomous lizards and a variety of marine envenomations, including jellyfish
stings. 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 here
View Episode Show Notes
View Episode Transcript
Already an Elite Member? Login here
Learn more about CE Podcasts from Elite Learning by Colibri Healthcare
View this podcast course on Elite Learning
Series: Envenomations: Snakes, Lizards, Marine Life, and Arthropods
147 episodes
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