General Burns
What are the 3 main types of Burns?
Chemical, Electrical, & Thermal
Chemical Burns are caused by what?
Harmful chemicals coming into contact with the skin or eyes
What causes an electrical burn?
Electricity passing through or contacting the body.
Should you pop a burn blister?
No.
Samantha gets a small burn from a curling iron. What is the BEST first step for her to do?
Cool running water.
What is the first thing you should do for a minor burn?
Cool it with cool running water?
What should you do if a chemical gets on your skin?
Remove contaminated clothing & rinse the area with lots of running water.
Before helping someone who has been shocked, what should you make sure of?
That the electrical source is turned off/disconnected safely.
What should you use to loosely cover a burn?
A clean, non stick dressing or clean cloth.
Jaxxon has a burn & wants to put butter on it. Do you recommend it?
No.
True or False: You should put ice directly on a burn.
False!
True or False: You should try to neutralize a chemical burn with another chemical.
False!
True or False: An electrical injury can cause damage inside the body even if the skin looks okay.
True!
What should you do if a burn is severe or extensive?
Get emergency medical help.
You see a child with a serious chemical or electrical burn. What should you do?
Get an adult/medical emergency help.
Which layer of skin is affected by a first degree burn?
The outer layer (epidermis)
Why is it important to rinse a chemical burn for a long time?
To remove/dilute the chemical & stop further damage.
Why can electrical injuries be especially dangerous?
They can affect the heart & internal tissues, not just the skin
Name one sign that a burn may need professional medical attention.
A large/deep burn, involving the face, hands, genitals, severe pain, or an electrical/chemical burn.
You are unsure how serious someone's burn is. What is the safest choice?
Get help from a trusted adult or medical professional.