TY  - JOUR
PY  - 2013//
TI  - Bites and stings: epidemiology and treatment
JO  - Critical care nursing clinics of North America
A1  - Krau, Stephen D.
SP  - 143
EP  - 150
VL  - 25
IS  - 2
N2  - Rapid and effective treatment of bites is a major variable in the overall outcome of a patient who is a victim of a bite. There are a wide range of animals that bite and sting, and the reactions vary depending on the individual and the animal involved. Although most bites are treated on an outpatient basis, patients who have severe complications related to bites become patients in critical care settings. An overview of potential bite and sting sources, with some general guidelines for what to expect and how to treat the patient, is presented.<p />  <p>Language: en</p>
LA  - en
SN  - 0899-5885
UR  - http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.ccell.2013.02.008
ID  - ref1
ER  -