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A 22-year-old man is brought to a rural emergency department after a suspected brown snake bite to the lower leg 30 minutes ago. He is anxious but haemodynamically stable. Puncture marks are visible. According to Australian snakebite first aid recommendations, what is the most appropriate initial management at the scene or on arrival?

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