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First Aid for First-Degree Burns
- Place the burned area of skin under cool running water for 5 to 10 minutes.
As a second choice, cover the area with a cool compress or towel.
Avoid treating a burn wound with ice.
- Drink lots
of fluids; burns are dehydrating.
- If
necessary, take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain and
swelling.
- Cover the
burn with a sterile bandage or a cool cloth.
First Aid for Second-Degree and Third-Degree
Burns
- Call 911.
- Do not break or drain blisters.
- If skin is stuck to clothing, leave it that way.
- Place the burned area of skin under cool running water for 5 to 10 minutes.
As a second choice, cover the area with a cool compress or towel.
Avoid treating a burn with ice.
- Once
immersed in cool water, carefully remove clothing.
- Carefully
remove jewelry that is on a burned body part
- Pat area
dry with a clean towel or clean sheet.
- Evaluate
the victim for signs of shock, and treat accordingly.
- If
possible, elevate burned area.
- Keep
burned areas clean to prevent infection. Avoid applying ointment,
lotion, baking soda, butter, or cream.
- Avoid
giving the victim anything to drink.
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