Sunday, November 2, 2014

First aid for burn injuries:

First aid for burn injuries:

What can you do to help reduce the effects of a burn injury?
·         Ensure that all adults in the household know and understand proper first aid.
·         Teach children the general first aid principles.

First aid:
If on fire:
·         Stop, Drop, Cover and Roll
·         Smother the flames with a blanket
·         Move away from heat source
Protect your own safety at all times
For all burns apply cold running water:
·         For at least 20 minutes
·         If running water not available, wet 2 cloths and alternate them onto the burn every 2 minutes
·         Keep the rest of the body warm
Do NOT use ice, butter, creams, etc.
Remove clothing and jewellery
·         Clothing can hold heat on the burn
·         If swelling occurs jewellery can stop blood flow to the burn
Seek medical attention
·         For any burn bigger than 20c piece size, or that blisters
·         If there are any concerns



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