Bleeding nose- head should stay staight or be slightly tilted. Try to clean out the nose, press the bleeding side of the nose by finger for about ten (10) minutes and control if nose is still bleeding. Every bleeding which last more than 10 minutes oblige us to consult a physicion (laryngologyst).

Aminal bites- the injury, like all, have to be washed with hydrogen peroxide. It is crucial to determin if the animal was vaccinated against rabies.

If was- observations will be necessary for at least 2 weeks.

If was not- vaccinations against rabies will be necessary, otherwise victim may die.

Sting from insect- Put, on a place of bite, compress from baking soda or regular cold water. You can try to remove the stinger of a bee on your own. If victim is an allergic you should give him antiallergic medicines for example lime. If victim was stung in the area of mouths, eyes, nose or insect got into deeper or if it is tick you should call for a doctor immediately.

Reptile bites- after bite, tourniquet should be applied ABOVE the place of bite but not for longer than 2 hours.

Remember to keep the bitten place below the heart level.!

DO NOT attempt to suck out the venom or cut the place of bite. You can clean the wound gently and put sterile dressing on it. Go to the hospital STRAIGHT AWAY.

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