ScFR Presentation | Spider & Scorpion Of Southern Africa

Thank you for attending my Scorpion Sting First Response Presentation. I hope you gained a new understanding of scorpions and scorpion stings in Southern Africa. Based upon the content of my book, Essential Scorpion Sting First Response, the presentation offers a fundamental understanding of the subject. If you would like a deeper understanding of the subject, then please consider purchasing a copy of the book or attending an in person course.

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1) What does scorpion sting first response focuses upon?

Reducing the chance of being stung by a scorpion.

Ensuring the best possible outcome for stings in humans and animals.

All of the above.

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2) Which of the following is an important part of scorpion sting first response?

Educating others and scorpions.

Teaching people how to kill scorpions.

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3) Is it possible for someone who is afraid of scorpions to react to a scorpion sting effectively?

Yes, fear of scorpions does not influence the ability to react to a scorpion sting.

No, fear of scorpions results has a negative influence on someones ability to react to a scorpion sting effectively.

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4) What is the result of outdated values and beliefs?

People believe in misinformation, old wives tales and ineffective first response.

People improve their response to a scorpion sting.

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5) What does ‘dangerous’ mean in the context of scorpion sting first response?

It means very little under the context of scorpion sting first response.

It means that the patient will die if stung by the scorpion.

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6) What does it indicate if the first question someone asks about a scorpion is “How dangerous is it?”

Their understanding of scorpions has been hijacked by their bias.

They understand scorpions very well indeed.

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7) Should we be afraid of scorpions?

Yes, we should be afraid.

No, we shouldn’t be afraid.

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8) Can we reduce the risk of being sting by a scorpio to an absolute zero?

Yes, we can reduce the chance of being stung to absolute 0.

No, there will always be a small chance of being stung by a scorpion no matter how careful we are.

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9) Is it possible to reduce the risk of being stung by a scorpion to an acceptable level?

Yes, the risk of being stung can be reduced to the same level as driving a car, using a toaster or stepping out of the bathtub.

No, the risk is very always high as scorpions are dangerous.

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10) How many species of scorpion are there in Southern Africa?

There are about 150 species of scorpion in Southern Africa.

There are about 3500 species of scorpion in Southern Africa.

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11) On average, how many scorpion sting related deaths occur annually in southern Africa?

There are no recorded deaths from scorpions in Southern Africa.

About 8 to 12 people.

Too many to count.

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12) What kind of venom do scorpions have?

Scorpiotoxic venom.

Neurotoxic venom.

Arachnotoxic venom.

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13) During which months do the most scorpion stings occur?

During the warmer months.

During the cooler months.

Scorpion stings occur evenly during the year.

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14) What is the venomosity rule of thumb?

Scorpions with large pincers and thin tails are less venomous than scorpions with small pincers and a thick tail.

If the tail is thicker than your thumb, it is harmless.

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15) Does the Venomosity Rule Of Thumb apply to all scorpions in the world?

Yes, it applies to all scorpions in the world.

No, it only applies to Southern African scorpions.

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16) Does the venomosity of thumb dictate the absolute outcome of a sting?

Yes, the venomosity rule of thumb dictates symptoms of a sting.

No, but it gives the first responder a general idea as to the venomosity of the scorpion.

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17) Does colouration indicate venomosity?

Yes, the red scorpions are more venomous than black scorpions.

No, colouration has no relation to a scorpion’s venomosity.

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18) Is antivenom available to treat scorpion stings?

Yes, the South African Vaccine Producers manufacture an antivenom for scorpion stings.

No, Scorpion antivenom is not available in Southern Africa.

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19) Rate the following scorpion according to the venomosity rule of thumb.

Highly venomous.

Mildly venomous.

Weakly venomous.

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20.

20) Rate the following scorpion according to the venomosity rule of thumb.

Weakly venomous.

Moderately venomous.

Highly venomous.

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21) Rate the following scorpion according to the venomosity rule of thumb.

Weakly venomous.

Moderately venomous.

Highly venomous.

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22) Rate the following scorpion according to the venomosity rule of thumb.

Weakly venomous.

Moderately venomous.

Highly venomous.

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23.

23) Rate the following scorpion according to the venomosity rule of thumb.

Weakly venomous.

Moderately venomous.

Highly venomous.

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24) Rate the following scorpion according to the venomosity rule of thumb.

Weakly venomous.

Moderately venomous.

Highly venomous.

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25) What is primary defence behaviour?

Defensive behaviour that is used first.

Defensive behaviour that does not use venom.

Defensive behaviour that uses venom.

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26) Which of the following are secondary defence strategies?

Defensive behaviour that is used first.

Defensive behaviour that does not use venom.

Defensive behaviour that uses venom.

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27) Where are humans usually stung by a scorpion?

Hands and feet.

Neck and back.

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28) Where are animals usually stung by a scorpion?

Belly and hind legs.

Head, mouth and or front feet.

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29) What are class 1 symptoms?

Symptoms that do not required medical attention.

Symptoms that require self medical (first aid).

Symptoms that require professional medical attention.

Symptoms that risk loss of life.

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30) What are class 2 symptoms?

Symptoms that do not required medical attention.

Symptoms that require self medical (first aid).

Symptoms that require professional medical attention.

Symptoms that risk loss of life.

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31) What are class 3 symptoms?

Symptoms that do not required medical attention.

Symptoms that require self medical (first aid).

Symptoms that require professional medical attention.

Symptoms that risk loss of life.

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32) What are class 4 symptoms?

Symptoms that do not required medical attention.

Symptoms that require self medical (first aid).

Symptoms that require professional medical attention.

Symptoms that risk loss of life.

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33) Which of the following classes of symptoms are only localised? (indicate all that apply!)

Class 1 and 2 symptoms.

Class 2 and 3 symptoms.

Class 3 and 4 symptoms.

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34) Which of the following classes of symptoms are localised and systemic? (indicate all that apply!)

Class 1 and 2 symptoms.

Class 2 and 3 symptoms.

Class 3 and 4 symptoms.

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35) The sting of which of the following scorpions is more likely to result in more medically important symptoms?

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36) Which of the following patients are more likely to experience more severe symptoms?

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37) Which of the following situations is more challenging for scorpion sting first response?

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38) Which of the following responses to a sting are more likely to result in more medically important symptoms?

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39) When do scorpion stings occur?

At the most unexpected time and inconvenient place.

When expected.

At a convenient place.

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40) Who should you contact if you need medical advice for a scorpion sting?

A medical professional, poison information helpline or renowned expert.

A Facebook Group.

Ask AI.

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