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What is the recommended time frame for administering antivenin in scorpion sting treatment?
What is the recommended time frame for administering antivenin in scorpion sting treatment?
- Within 4 hours (correct)
- Within 6 hours
- Within 2 hours
- Within 12 hours
Which of the following is a characteristic of most scorpion stings?
Which of the following is a characteristic of most scorpion stings?
- They are mostly harmless (correct)
- They are always fatal
- They require immediate surgical intervention
- They are highly toxic
Which region of Saudi Arabia has the highest reported rate of scorpion stings?
Which region of Saudi Arabia has the highest reported rate of scorpion stings?
- Al-Baha
- Jeddah
- Al-Medina Al-Munawara (correct)
- Riyadh
Approximately how many species of scorpions exist?
Approximately how many species of scorpions exist?
What is the primary goal of daily cleaning in treating scorpion stings?
What is the primary goal of daily cleaning in treating scorpion stings?
What is a common symptom of scorpion stings in young children and older adults?
What is a common symptom of scorpion stings in young children and older adults?
Which of the following is a common treatment for scorpion stings in most adults?
Which of the following is a common treatment for scorpion stings in most adults?
What is the primary component of scorpion venom that causes neuromuscular dysfunction?
What is the primary component of scorpion venom that causes neuromuscular dysfunction?
What is the estimated number of scorpion stings annually reported in Saudi Arabia?
What is the estimated number of scorpion stings annually reported in Saudi Arabia?
Which family of scorpions is considered the most toxic?
Which family of scorpions is considered the most toxic?
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