Critical encounters - managing envenomation

On demand learning

This interactive eLearning course gives you access to one of our most popular topics from the ALERT course and offers an up-to-date overview for health professionals on managing Australian envenomation from snake & spider bites and stings from jellyfish and other sea creatures. Case based discussions including video and skills demonstrations with learning reinforced via clinical questions covering first aid measures, assessment of envenomation and administration of appropriate medical treatment based on current evidence-based guidelines.

By the end of this interactive learning you will be able to:

• Identify symptoms of envenomation and systemic toxicity.
• List the indications to administer antivenom and provide supportive care.
• List the indications to administer antivenom and monitor for allergic reactions.
• Describe the management of complications (respiratory failure, coagulopathy, kidney injury).

Feedback from course participants

"I liked that the venom specifics for each creature were discussed, specific symptoms, especially for the snake bites. The discussion of antivenom administration/dilution/poly and monovalent was great. I also really liked the algorithm for snake detection."

"Course was divided into smaller more comprehensible parts. Illustrations were practical and clear. The question and answer format is great."

"The case studies were great and the short quizzes very helpful. It enhanced the learning very much. Good to see such superb presenters! Thank you."

"Informative, engaging, pictures of snakes, spiders ,marine creatures makes visual recognition easier."

"Very interesting. Great up to date info. Good reminders of things I already knew along with new pearls. Appreciated the engaging presenters. Nice video of how to put on a pressure immobilisation bandage... "

"I liked the variation in speakers, and range of approaches (lecture, video etc.) and really liked the use of the scenarios and quiz. Really great."

This is a Medcast Continuing Medical Education (CME) course