How to prevent snake bites

Nowadays, outdoor camping has gradually become popular among people. Many people go for picnics in the wild and sleep in tents. However, such outdoor camping is very dangerous. There may be many emergencies that need attention. In particular, there are many kinds of snakes in the wild. If you are bitten by accident, it is very dangerous. Therefore, you must learn how to prevent snake bites when you are in the wild.

Prevention is the key to everything. You must bring first aid supplies and medicines when you go outdoors. When walking in deep mountains and forests, in bushes, in dark and humid places, where frogs gather and other places where snakes often appear, it is best to bring a stick to clear the way, "startle the snake" and drive it away; you must also wear high-waisted shoes, leggings, long pants, tight trouser legs, and a straw hat; carry some small ropes, knives, triangular needles, snake medicines, matches and other self-rescue medicines and equipment with you, and bring lighting tools when walking at night, which can provide a certain degree of protection. You can also prepare medicine to repel snakes. Those who conduct research or raise venomous snakes must take protective measures. In addition, after being bitten by a venomous snake, you must fully realize the seriousness of the situation, provide first aid on the spot, and then quickly send the person to the hospital for further treatment.

If you are bitten by a venomous snake, you should not panic or run around during first aid. Tie up and cut open the snake early, rinse it repeatedly, and detoxify it repeatedly. Contact the hospital for help quickly or transfer it directly to the hospital. It is also best to remember the appearance of the snake to facilitate identification after admission to the hospital.

1. When camping outdoors, you should clear away long grass, mud holes, and rock caves nearby to prevent snakes from hiding.

2. Wear thick boots and thick canvas gaiters when entering areas with snakes.

3. When walking at night, you should carry a flashlight for lighting and use a bamboo pole to push the grass to the left and right in front of you to drive away snakes.

4. You should be familiar with the characteristics of various snakes and first aid methods for snake bites.

Liquid venom: Mainly invades the blood system, and the local reaction is fast and strong. Generally, within thirty minutes after being bitten, the local area begins to experience severe pain, swelling, blackening, bleeding, etc. After a long time, blisters and pustules may appear, and there may be symptoms such as subcutaneous bleeding, hematuria, coughing up blood, nosebleeds, and fever all over the body.

The above article tells you in detail how to prevent snake bites. If you go camping in the wild, you must wear very thick shoes and clear all the weeds or stones nearby to prevent snakes from hiding in such places.