First aid for burns
Definition of burn:
It is tissue damage resulting from exposure of the skin to burning with fire or prolonged exposure to sunlight or any other radiation, in addition to contact with burning surfaces, or chemicals.
First-degree burns (mild):
Do (√):
Cooling the burn to help soothe the pain by placing the burned area under running water from a moderately cold tap for 10 to 15 minutes to relieve the pain.
Remove accessories (such as: rings, watches, or belts) if any, or remove shoes or any clothing gently and quickly, before the area swells.
Cover the burn area with a damp pad or a clean cool cloth, to reduce the risk of infection.
Take a pain reliever if needed to relieve pain.
Seek help right away if the burn is severe and extends over a wide area, or if you notice signs of infection such as increased pain, redness, and swelling.
Do not (X):
Try to touch the bubbles resulting from burning.
Apply any ointments, butter, toothpaste, and other treatments to the burn.
Use ice directly on the burned area.
Second degree burns:
Do (√):
Protect the injured person from harm.
Remove jewelry, belts, etc., especially around the burned areas, for example the neck.
Take a pain reliever if needed to relieve pain.
Cover the burn area with a damp pad or a cold clean cloth.
Cover the open blisters with a sterile dry pad.
Do not (X):
Remove the burnt clothing from the skin.
Cover the burn with an adhesive bandage.
Putting the areas affected by large burns in cold water to avoid shock to the injured.
Use ice directly on the burned area.
Put any ointments, butter, toothpaste, or other treatments on the burn.
Touching or opening the bubbles resulting from burning.
Applying a thin cotton ball to the affected area, which may irritate the skin.
Third degree burns:
It is considered one of the most dangerous burns, as it includes all layers of the skin down to fat, and the muscles may be affected.
Do (√):
Contact the Red Crescent immediately, and take the following actions until it arrives:
Check vital signs such as breathing.
Protect the injured person from harm, by keeping him away from burning materials, smoke, or heat sources.
Raise the affected area above the level of the heart if possible.
Cover the burn area with a damp pad or a cold clean cloth.
Do not (X):
Remove the burnt clothing from the skin.
Putting the areas affected by large burns in cold water to avoid shock to the injured (sudden drop in body temperature).
Cover the burn with an adhesive bandage.
Put any ointments, butter, toothpaste, or other treatments on the burn.
Applying a thin cotton ball to the affected area, which may irritate the affected area.
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