SAQ 1522 – Paediatric snakebite assessment and discharge

Marked out of 11.00

You are working in an ED in North Queensland. A 9-year-old child is brought to the ED by her mother after being bitten by a snake in the backyard. Her vital signs are normal on arrival. Initial assessment demonstrates no evidence of envenomation.

List four specific examination features.

(Marked out of 4.0)


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List the two most relevant laboratory investigations.

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List your discharge criteria for this girl.

(Marked out of 5.0)


/ 5

Total Score: 0 / 11

Percentage: 0%