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What care does the pamphlet advise after a serious spider bite?

Treat for shock and get medical care promptly.

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  1. Ignore it until tomorrow
  2. Cut the bite open
  3. Treat for shock and seek a physician ✔

Why: Some spider bites can cause severe whole-body symptoms. Treat the person for shock and arrange professional medical care as soon as possible.

Huh, didn't know that: A brown recluse bite may not hurt immediately, with pain and swelling developing later.

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The spider called the doctor because its web appointment froze.
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Answer: Treat for shock and seek a physician. Some spider bites can cause severe whole-body symptoms. Treat the person for shock and arrange professional medical care as soon as possible.

  1. Wilderness Survival Merit Badge Pamphlet filestore.scouting.org/filestore/Merit_Badge_ReqandRes/Pamphlets/Wilderness%20Survival.pdf
    Victims of spider bites should be treated for shock and be seen by a physician as soon as possible.
    Checked 2026-10-09.

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