Insect Do not pull out stinger as it may break off. Remove the stinger by scraping it out with a fingernail or credit card, then apply a cold cloth. Snake Most snakes in New England are non-poisonous. Do not apply ice. If the child has difficulty breathing, call 911.
Ticks Remove tick with tweezers.
Water animals For stingray or catfish stings, submerge affected area in warm water to deactivate the toxin. For other stings, such as from jellyfish, rinse with clean water. If bleeding continues or is serious, apply a large pressure dressing and call your doctor or 911 immediately. If child has been injured and vomits a large amount of blood or passes blood through the rectum, call your doctor or 911. Bruises Apply cold compresses to fresh bruises for the first 15 to 30 minutes.