A 22-year-old female is stung by a jellyfish while swimming off the Dorset coast. She develops localised pain, redness, and a linear welt pattern on h...

Question

A 22-year-old female is stung by a jellyfish while swimming off the Dorset coast. She develops localised pain, redness, and a linear welt pattern on her forearm. She has no systemic symptoms. What is the correct first aid?

Accepted Answer

Remove visible tentacles with tweezers, apply vinegar or hot water (as hot as tolerable, approximately 45°C) to the affected area

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Rub sand over the sting area to remove tentacles

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Apply ice directly to the sting

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Immerse in cold fresh water

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Apply urine to the affected area

uk-dipimc MCQ (SBA): Jellyfish Sting

A 22-year-old female is stung by a jellyfish while swimming off the Dorset coast. She develops localised pain, redness, and a linear welt pattern on her forearm. She has no systemic symptoms. What is the correct first aid?