Hazardous Marine Life

Question 1

For “Heat Liable” Venom, soak the wound in water less than ____f (____C) but as hot as the patient can tolerate for _____ to _____ minutes.

Answer 1

113F/45C
30-90 min

Question 2

First Aid Treatment for Jellyfish sting?

Answer 2

Apply vinegar with a 3-10 percent acetic acid.
A solution of 20% aluminum sulfate and 11% surfactant (detergent) may also be used.

Question 3

Octopus: Hazards and Treatment?

Answer 3

Heat stable venom.
Control bleeding, transport to medical, CPR, splint wound lower than heart, intubate.

Question 4

Segmented Worm and Sponge Treatment?

Answer 4

Use adhesive tape to remove bristles.

Question 5

What hazardous marine animal venoms are heat liable?

Answer 5

Sea Urchin
Toxic Fish
Highly Toxic Fish

Question 6

Where can antivenin be procured?

Answer 6

Commonwealth serum laboratories or contact a nearby aquarium.

Question 7

Diver surfaces after swimming along a reef, complaining of burning sensation in their hand. Symptoms evolve into difficulty breathing, tingling in the lips, and unconsciousness. Diagnosis?

Answer 7

Cone snail sting, immediate ACLS and transport to hospital.