Full 2L QBank
Forensic Medicine General cfa28a58

Which of the following statement is false statement about snake-bites?

A
Anti-venom is not effective in humpnosed pit viper bite
B
Cobra venom is neurotoxic
C
Atropine premedication should be used before administering Neostigmine
D
Neostigmine has a role in krait bite.
High-Yield Explanation
Ans: D. Neostigmine has a role in krait bite.(Ref: Parikh 6/e p9.47: Harrison 19/e p2736; Snake Bite: Indian Guidelines and Protocol p 425)Role of neostigmine in snake-bite:An anticholinesterase.Paicularly effective in postsynaptic neurotoxins (cobra).Not useful against presynaptic neurotoxin (common krait & Russell's viper).Polyvalent Anti-snake venom - Ineffective against humpnosed pit viper (Hypnale).

Related Forensic Medicine MCQs

Practice 2,00,000+ NEET PG Questions Free

Timed mock tests, mistake queue analytics, audio lectures & zero attempt limits on i❤️Exams.

Start Free Mock Test Now