Front | What are some actions you should take with insect stings? |
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Back | Position the injection site slightly below the level of the heart, and apply ice or cold packs to the area, but not directly on the skin. Don't use tweezers to remove the barb as squeezing it might release more venom. |
Tags: 18, emergencies, immunologic
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