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Leptospirosis with Weil disease — ACEM Fellowship MCQ

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HardInfectious disease emergenciesLeptospirosis with Weil diseaseACEM Fellowship

A diver is bitten on the hand by a blue-ringed octopus and develops perioral tingling. What immediate first aid is most appropriate?

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Correct answer: B — Pressure immobilisation with emergency transfer

Explanation lettering: E = shown as A · A = shown as B · B = shown as E

A is correct. Blue-ringed-octopus envenomation can progress to paralysis. Use pressure immobilisation, keep the person still and arrange emergency monitoring and resuscitation capability.

Reference: NSW Agency for Clinical Innovation: Insect bites or marine stings—Adult ECAT: https://aci.health.nsw.gov.au/ecat/adult/insect-bites-marine-stings