Sea Snake Bite Emergency: How the Venom affects humans? & How to treat?

The video discusses the encounter of a fisherman with a venomous sea snake, detailing the symptoms and potential systemic effects of a sea snake bite, such as neurotoxicity and muscle paralysis. It explains why anti-venom was not administered due to the risk of allergic reactions. The video also covers the characteristics of sea snakes, particularly the yellow-bellied sea snake, and concludes with the safe release of the snake back into the ocean.

What is the most venomous reptile found in the ocean?

• Sea turtle

• Sea snake

• Jellyfish

• Octopus

Which symptom is NOT typically associated with the initial systemic effects of a sea snake bite?

• Fever

• Abdominal pain

• Vomiting

• Nausea

Why was anti-venom not administered to the fisherman?

• The fisherman was allergic to anti-venom

• The fisherman did not show systemic toxicity

• The hospital ran out of anti-venom

• The snake was not venomous

What is the most feared complication of a sea snake bite?

• Headache

• Neurotoxicity

• Skin rash

• Fever

What characteristic helps differentiate coral reef snakes from eels?

• Presence of scales

• Lack of scales

• Ability to fly

• Presence of fins