Physical Education

Unit - 10

10.1.Emergency procedure for poisoning with special reference to snake bite
Snakebite
Poisonous snakes are found throughout the world, primarily in the tropical and temperate regions. There are 20 species of poisonous snakes. They can be grouped into two families, the Crotalidae (rattlesnakes, copperheads, and moccasins), and the Elapidae (coral snakes).

Figure 1- Pit Vipers and Their Bite Patterns