First Aid Burns Burns can include: thermal burns, which are Second-Degree Burns involve the first two caused by contact with flames, hot liquids, layers of skin. hot surfaces, and other sources of high heat; chemical burns; and electrical burns. For | Signs burns, immediate care can be life-saving. = Deep reddening of the skin - Pain Types of Burns - Blisters First-Degree Burns involve the top layer of | - Glossy appearance from leaking fluid skin, Sunburn is a first-degree burn. = Possible loss of some skin + Signs + Treatment -, Red - Immerse in - Painful to touch | fresh, cool water, - Skin to show mild swelling | or apply cool compresses. + Treatment Continue for 10 to - Apply cool, wet compresses, or 15 minutes. immerse in cool, fresh water. Continue - Drywith clean until pain subsides. cloth and cover = Cover the burn with a sterile, non- with sterile gauze. adhesive bandage or clean cloth. - Donot break = Do not apply ointments or butter to blisters. burn; these may cause infection. | ~ Do not apply - Over-the-counter pain medications ointments or may be used to help relieve pain and butter to burns; reduce inflammation. these may cause infection. - First-degree burns usually heal - Elevate burned arms or legs. without further treatment. However, if - Take steps to prevent shock: lay the a first-degree burn covers a large area victim flat; elevate the feet about 12 of the body, or the victim is an infant inches; and cover the victim with a or elderly, seek emergency medical coat or blanket. Do not place the vict attention. in the shock position if a head, neck, back, or leg injury is suspected, or ifit makes the victim uncomfortable, ~ Further medical treatment is required,PHILIPPINE HEALTH ADVISORIES @ jot attempt to treat serious burns SS you are a trained health fessional. fee Burns penetrate the entire e skin and permanently destroy -of skin layers n painless (Pain may be caused fatches of first- and second-degree gums which often surround third- ree burns.) dry and leathery ‘in. possibly charred or with patches at.appear white, brown, or black. im flat; elevate the feet about 12 iches. ‘Have person sit up if face is burned. Watch closely for possible breathing blems. ate burned area higher than the ictim’s head when possible. Keep srson warm and comfortable, and “Watch for signs of shock. Do not place a pillow under the victim's head if the person is lying down and there is an airway burn. This can close the airway. - Immediate medical attention is required. Do not attempt to treat serious burns unless you are a trained health professional. Reference Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2010). Mass Casualties: Burns, Retrieved from htp://wwwbt.cdc gov! ‘masscasualties/burns.asp Image from hitp://worwsafekids.co.uk/fistaidburnsscalds html | }