First Aid Treatment for Bee Sting

First Aid treatment guide for bee and poisonous stinging insects.

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Patient Care; Bee Insect Stings

• STOP - Assess and observe the scene; Is the venomous creature nearby?

• THINK - Consider your safety and form action plan; Can it reach me or the patient?

• ACT - Check responsiveness and Alert EMS as appropriate

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• Perform a primary assessment and monitor the patient's Cycle of Care AB-CABS

• If the patient shows signs of severe allergic reaction, treat appropriately

• Once EMS has been contacted, obtain and follow local medical control directions for field treatment prior to their arrival; Keep the patient still and at rest

• If the sting is still embedded, scrape it sideways from the skin; Avoid pinching or squeezing the venom sac

• Depending on the directions from EMS

• After the nematocysts are removed or deactivated, treat pain with hot-water immersion when possible

• clean the bite area with soap and water or rubbing alcohol

• apply a cold compress to the area and elevate, or apply pressure immobilization

• Transport the patient to the nearest medical facility

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