You can never be too careful...

[ARCHIVED THREAD] - You can never be too careful...

Posted: 6/17/2002 1:54:57 AM EDT

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What to do if a Gila monster bite occurs:
* Remain calm.
* Remove Gila monster using a stick to pry jaws open. Becareful after you have dislodged it.
* Transport bitten individual to medical facility immediately.
* Remove jewelry, watches, and restrictive clothing fromaffected limb.
* Immobilize limb below heart level.

What not to do if a Gila monster bite occurs:
* Do not apply ice to the bite area.
* Do not make an incision of any kind.
* Do not use a constriction bandage or a tourniquet.
* Do not administer alcohol or drugs.
* Do not use stun gun electric shock treatment

Posted: 6/17/2002 1:57:57 AM EDT

[#1]

I thought this was going to be some kind of sequel to the topic of the same name posted in GFD.
But yer in Oregon. Did you run into a Gila Monster up there, and if so, how??

Posted: 6/17/2002 2:02:11 AM EDT

[#2]

Quoted:
I thought this was going to be some kind of sequel to the topic of the same name posted in GFD.
But yer in Oregon. Did you run into a Gila Monster up there, and if so, how??

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Oh, I've never seen one. I just thought I'd be helpful. You can never be too careful, you know.

Posted: 6/17/2002 2:06:49 AM EDT

[#3]

I'll remember this the next time I jump the fence at the zoo...

Posted: 6/17/2002 2:07:07 AM EDT

[#4]

I've never seen a tatjana either. I would like to get close to one someday. [:D]
For those who do not feel like being vigilant, I am currently trying to figure out how to construct a personal forcefield [;D]

Posted: 6/17/2002 2:10:17 AM EDT

[#5]

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I am currently trying to figure out how to construct a personal forcefield [;D]

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Don't shower for a few days, that ought to do the trick...

Posted: 6/17/2002 2:13:06 AM EDT

[#6]

I want one that doesn't repel the pretty girls!

Posted: 6/17/2002 2:27:19 AM EDT

[#7]

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Although Gila monsters appear slow and somewhat shy, they can turn and bite with surprising speed and accuracy. Their venom, which is considered somewhat less toxic than that of rattlesnakes, is produced by glands in their lower jaw. Through capillary action, the venom is pulled along the grooves in the animals' bottom teeth to the bite. Even the slightest bite by the lizard can deposit venom, and even these minor bites, are very painful.

In more serious bites, the Gila monsters may not immediately relase their victim but continue to chew and deposit more venom. They bite quickly and then hang on strongly, rolling over on their backs to allow the poison to flow down into the wound and chewing to inflict further puctures. These heavier bites commomly result in tissue damage.

In humans, common symptoms of the Gila venom include pain, reduced blood pressure, nausea and vomiting. The venom can also affect the nervous, circulatory, and respiratory systems. The venom contains several neuroactive chemicals including bradykinin, serotonin, and nerve growth factor.

Posted: 6/17/2002 2:47:02 AM EDT

[#8]

Reminds me of someone I used to know all too well.

Posted: 6/17/2002 3:12:26 AM EDT

[#9]

Ya know, that's what I love about this joint; you learn something new every single day! Thanks, Tatjana. [;)]

Posted: 6/17/2002 4:31:16 AM EDT

[#10]

When I saw the pic, I thought it was going to be about that old '50's sci-fi movie, "The Giant Gila Monster". The one where they blow the lizard up with a hot-rod full of explosives. Now that's the way to get rid of a Gila Monster[:D].

Instead I get useful information...LOL. After seeing just how fast gators are when I lived in FL, I don't underestimate any reptile's capability.

Ross

Posted: 6/17/2002 3:31:03 PM EDT

[#11]

Tatjana, a little gila monster trivia, according to ER room records over 60 % of people bitten are "under the influence", apparently people with a buzz like to tease these lizards because they APPEAR to be fat and slow , they soon find out otherwise.
-roger

Posted: 6/17/2002 3:33:47 PM EDT

[#12]

they're gonna get me, they're gonna get me [peep]

Posted: 6/17/2002 3:34:58 PM EDT

[#13]

Tatja you forgot step 6: squash with combat boot

Posted: 6/17/2002 3:43:33 PM EDT

[#14]

Maybe they just fell down drunk and landed in a mess of Gilas!

Eric The(Monsters,ThatIs!)Hun[>]:)]

Posted: 6/17/2002 3:47:03 PM EDT

[#15]

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What not to do if a Gila monster bite occurs:

* Do not use stun gun electric shock treatment

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When I think of a Gila monster bite..........the stun gun wound treatment ALWAYS is the first option.[whacko]

LMFAO.

Posted: 6/17/2002 4:29:14 PM EDT

[#16]

Damn, am I the only one who thinks tatjana is cool?!

In addition to being a member of the opposite sex, she is knowledgeable about firearms, survival, (many other things I'm not aware of), and even how to respond to the ever threatening Gila monster. (which are rampant here in the central eastern U.S.(!?!) (jk))

'Tat, you ever think of moving to VA? =)

-ls

Posted: 6/17/2002 4:29:40 PM EDT

[#17]

I still think Tatjana looks hot in those BDUs [:D].

Posted: 6/17/2002 4:37:56 PM EDT

[#18]

O boy, another ass kiss fest.

Posted: 6/17/2002 8:22:42 PM EDT

[#19]

Quoted:

Quoted:
What not to do if a Gila monster bite occurs:

* Do not use stun gun electric shock treatment

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When I think of a Gila monster bite..........the stun gun wound treatment ALWAYS is the first option.[whacko]

LMFAO.

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But, but, can you use the stun gun on the Gila Monster?

Posted: 6/17/2002 8:33:31 PM EDT

[#20]

I'd rather be bitten by that thing than a Komodo Dragon. Those darn things have the nastiest bacteria known to man in their mouths. One or two days later, you're a dead man.

Of couse, being native to Indonesia, I guess it's not something the average Joe has to worry about.

Posted: 6/17/2002 8:37:44 PM EDT

[#21]

Nah....

Step 6 on was to follow the guide of a skilled chef...

Kill, the Gila then Skin, clean, slice and dice... batter up in seasoned flour and cook over an open fire in a bit of hot oil...

Tastes like chicken...

Ted....

Posted: 6/17/2002 8:40:55 PM EDT

[#22]

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Reminds me of someone I used to know all too well.

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Oh, yeah.
I knew her, too.

Posted: 6/17/2002 8:44:25 PM EDT

[#23]

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O boy, another ass kiss fest.

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Well if you got to kiss someones ass , who's else would you rather kiss ?

Posted: 6/17/2002 9:24:00 PM EDT

[#24]

Quoted:
I'll remember this the next time I jump the fence at the zoo...

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Homosexual Bestiality....... Interesting......You go often?

Posted: 6/17/2002 9:26:42 PM EDT

[#25]

As I was born, and have only lived, in the upper Midwest, I knew none of this. I have heard of the nasty devils, but did not know they were so capable of inflicting agony. I cannot divorce one, so I put them in my "shoot on sight" file, for future reference. [;D]

Thanks for the info, Tatjana.