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You're bitten by a snake near the car. Should you drive yourself to the hospital?

No, someone else should drive or call 911.

  1. Yes, as fast as you can
  2. Yes, but only after a nap
  3. No, have someone else drive or call 911 ✔

Why: A snakebite can make you dizzy or pass out. NIOSH says don't drive yourself. Have someone else take you, or call 911.

Huh, didn't know that: NIOSH also suggests marking the edge of the swelling on the skin and writing the time next to it.

The dad joke
What car does a snake drive? An Ana-Honda.
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Sources

  1. Venomous Snakes (CDC NIOSH) https://www.cdc.gov/niosh/outdoor-workers/about/venomous-snakes.html

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