Boy howdy, not another rattlesnake bite! What's your first step to treat the wound?

The first step to treating a rattlesnake bite is to slow the venom's spread by washing the wound and applying a bandage to the affected area. Contrary to popular belief, venom spreads too quickly to suck it out in most cases. After carrying the victim to safety, you'll also want to keep them still and ensure that their injured limb is kept lower than their heart. Without the Red Cross on hand, all you can do now is hope for the best.

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