Superficial Burns
What is a superficial burn also known as?
1st degree burn
Which layers of skin are injured?
epidermis and dermis
These are the _____ severe types of burns
Most
Why should you never put ice or ice water on a burn
It causes the body to lose heat
A common superficial burn
sunburn
What is this also known as?
2nd degree burn
What is this burn also known as?
3rd degree burn
Why should you never put water on an open burn?
It can introduce bacteria
How should you treat this burn? (the steps)
cool the area
blot dry with a sterile gauze
apply a sterile dressing
What does the skin look like with this type of burn?
Red or blotchy and the surface of the skin appears wet
How should you treat this burn? (the steps)
Call for medical help
Cover burn areas with a thick, sterile dressing
Watch the victim closely for signs of shock and continue watching until medical help arrives
Should you remove clothing that is attached to a burn?
No
If an adult's head and 1 arm are burned, how much of the body is burned, and should you seek medical help?
9%, and seek medical help
If both legs of an adult is burned, how much of the body is burned, and should you call for medical help
18%, get medical help
If an adult's back and legs are burnt, how much of the body is burned, and should you seek medical help?
36%, call for medical help
Explain the rule of nines with an example
A way to calculate the percentage of a burn on a body
If a person has burns on both legs, that would equal 18% and medical treatment would be needed