Snake Bite

Description

Sam, 8 year old boy found unconscious in the bush by his mates while playing hide & seek.
This lesson takes the students through a common Australian snake bite scenario.

The case starts with the history and examination and goes through the various stages in the diagnosis, treatment and understanding of a snake bite.

An injury such as a snake bite can be debilitating and can cause long term damage if not cared and treated properly hence the importance of this case that highlights the important factors through a rich and interactive learning by doing approach.

The case includes an embedded blood type virtual lab that provides a virtual hands on learning experience.