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FOR MINOR BURNS
If the wound is unbroken, run cool liquid over the area of the defect or soak it in a cool liquid bath (not ice water). Keep the area submerged for at least 5 minutes. A clean, cold, wet towel will also support reduce pain.
Calm and quiet the person.
After flushing or soaking, cover the defect with a dry, sterile bandage or clean dressing.
Protect the defect from push and friction.
Over-the-counter Motrin or acetaminophen can support assuage discompose and swelling. DO NOT give children under 12 aspirin. Once the wound has cooled, moisturizing lotion also can help.
Minor burns will commonly ameliorate without further treatment. However, if a second-degree defect covers an area more than 2 to 3 inches in diameter, or if it is located on the hands, feet, face, groin, buttocks, or a field joint, impact the defect as a field burn.
Make trusty the mortal is up-to-date on infection immunization.
DO NOT
DO NOT apply ointment, butter, ice, medications, cream, oil spray, or some home cure to a nonindulgent burn.
DO NOT breathe, blow, or expiration on the burn.
DO NOT disturb blistered or dead skin.
DO NOT immerse a nonindulgent defect in algid water. This can cause shock.
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