Abstract
Snake bites are a relatively rare presentation to emergency departments in the Western world. In the UK, there were 510 cases of snake bites between 2004 and 2010. However, it is important that nurses are aware of how to assess and manage these presentations and understand the importance of ascertaining information on factors such as the type of snake involved and how long the snake was biting the patient for. This article uses a case study to discuss the assessment and management of snake bites, and provides information on the steps nurses should take to manage patients presenting with a snake bite.
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