Emergency Burn Care
More
than 2 million injuries and 7,000 deaths occur in the United States
as a result of fire and burns. The leading cause of burn injury in
adults is Flame and Scalding is the leading cause of burn injury in
children. Run cool water on the area for several minutes. This will
cool the burn and prevent or reduce swelling.
Common
sense and actively trying to prevent burns are the best ways to protect
yourself, but knowing how to identify and treat burns can be just
as important. If you do get burned, even if it seems minor, you should
always see a professional. It can prevent a serious burn from causing
further damage and even save lives.
Emergency Care Tips
• Remove loose clothing on burned area. But if clothing is stuck to
the burn, do not try to remove it.
• Cover the burn with a clean, dry bandage or cloth.
• Never put creams or ointments on a burn.
• If the burn is large or serious, lay the victim down and use a cover
to help keep him or her warm until help arrives. Use comforting words
and try to keep the victim calm.
• Call for emergency help. Be prepared with details such as how the
accident occurred, how large the burn is,where it is located and how
serious it is.
• Evaluate the degree and severity of the burn.
DO NOT become contaminated by the chemical
as you give first aid.
DO NOT try to neutralize any chemical without consulting the
Poison control Center or a physician.
DO NOT disturb a blister or remove dead skin from a chemical
burn.
DO NOT apply any household remedy such as an ointment or salve
to a chemical burn.
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THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR AESTHETIC
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Material Copyright 2000-2013 Ramsey J. Choucair,
M.D.
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