A 23 year old male is bit by a rattlesnake on the left hand…
A 23 year old male is bit by a rattlesnake on the left hand while rock-climbing with his father. His father is a nurse, and immediately provides care to his son. Which of the following actions by his father were poor decisions in the care of his son. Select all that apply: A. Application of a tourniquet on the left wrist B. Incision and drainage with a Swiss army knife C. Instructing his son to keep his hand down by his waist D. Washing the bite site with soap and water E. Icing the area