Question

1. explain 4 steps you can take to initially treat a first - degree burn.
2. list the criteria where you would send someone for further medical evaluation of their burns.
3. list one example for how to prevent each of the following: contact burn, scald burn, electrical burns, and a flame fire.

Explanation:

For the first - degree burn treatment:

1. Cool the burn: Run cool (not cold) water over the burn for 10 - 15 minutes to reduce pain and swelling.
2. Remove constricting items: Take off any jewelry, watches, or tight - fitting clothing near the burn area to prevent swelling from causing further problems.
3. Apply a mild ointment: Use an over - the - counter antibiotic or aloe - vera based ointment to soothe the skin and prevent infection.
4. Cover the burn: Use a sterile, non - adhesive bandage or clean cloth to cover the burn to protect it from dirt and bacteria.

For further medical evaluation of burns:

• If the burn covers a large area (more than 3 inches in diameter).
• If the burn is on the face, hands, feet, groin, buttocks, or a major joint.
• If the burn is deep (second or third degree), blistered severely, or shows signs of infection (redness spreading, increasing pain, fever).

For prevention:

• Contact Burn: Use oven mitts when handling hot pots and pans to avoid direct contact with hot surfaces.
• Scald Burn: Test bath water temperature with your elbow before getting in to avoid scalds from overly hot water.
• Electrical Burns: Keep electrical appliances away from water sources to prevent electrical short - circuits and burns.
• Flame Fire: Keep flammable materials away from open flames, such as not storing gasoline near a fireplace.

Answer:

1. 1. Cool the burn with cool water for 10 - 15 minutes. 2. Remove constricting items. 3. Apply a mild ointment. 4. Cover the burn with a sterile bandage.
2. If the burn is large (more than 3 inches in diameter), on sensitive areas (face, hands, etc.), deep (second/third degree), severely blistered, or shows signs of infection.
3. Contact Burn: Use oven mitts. Scald Burn: Test bath water temperature. Electrical Burns: Keep electrical appliances away from water. Flame Fire: Keep flammable materials away from open flames.