How to treat a snake bite – MDA guidelines

(haipo) – Instructions in the event of a snake bite.
There are dozens of species of snakes in the State of Israel, 9 of which are venomous (the Israeli viper, the Hermon viper, the mixed viper, the Negev python, the large viper, the small viper, the Ein Gedi snake, and the black viper). Snakes live throughout the State of Israel, but the Israeli viper is the most common.
Every year, dozens of people are injured as a result of snakebites during the hot summer season.

Every bite should be treated as a venomous snake bite!

Signs and symptoms that the victim will exhibit:
Bite marks (teeth/scratches/local swelling)
Local pain
There may be red streaks from the bite site upwards.
Numbness and tingling sensation
general weakness
sweat
Nausea and vomiting
Rapid pulse and breathing
Convulsions
Heart rhythm disorders
Cognitive suppression to the point of loss of consciousness

How will we treat the injured person?

Immediately dial 101 and call an MDA team.
The victim must be removed and moved to a safe place.
The victim must be given complete rest and comfort.
Clothing and jewelry should be removed from the injured limb/bitten organ.
The injured limb/bitten organ must be immobilized to a healthy limb.
Make sure it is indeed a snake bite, look for the signs of the bite.
You should try to recreate the description of the snake's appearance together with the victim (color, special markings, stripes).

Prohibitions!

Do not cut the bite site.
Don't suck the venom.
Do not place an arterial tourniquet.
Do not give the victim food or drink.
Don't chase the snake.