North Carolina EMT State Practice Exam

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Which of the following is NOT a recommended treatment for marine animal stings?

Hot water immersion
Vinegar application
Meat tenderizer
Rubbing area of sting

The correct answer is: Rubbing area of sting

Rubbing the area of a sting is not recommended because it can exacerbate the pain and potentially spread venom if the stinger is still present. In contrast, hot water immersion is suggested for many marine stings as it can help alleviate pain by denaturing venom proteins, while vinegar application is effective for stings from certain jellyfish, as it can neutralize venom. Additionally, some sources recommend the use of meat tenderizer as it contains enzymes that may break down toxins from specific types of stings. Therefore, the recommendation against rubbing the affected area is grounded in the risk of worsening the injury and should be avoided in the management of marine stings.