Tip) First aid for burns

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In daily life, there are times when you may suffer from burns, both big and small.

Even small burns can be very painful and often leave scars, so caution is necessary.

Let's learn how to respond to sudden burns.

 

 

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Burns can occur through various situations, so appropriate response according to the circumstances is important.

The most important thing in all cases is to remove the heat.

First, carefully wash the burn area with cold water and then gently apply a cold, soaked gauze.

Place a clean towel or similar item on the affected area or immerse the burned area in cold water to cool the wound.

When using tap water, be careful not to turn it on too forcefully, as it can cause serious burns and skin damage.

Severe burns should be treated at a specialized burn hospital after first aid.

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Ice should not be used. Water helps to cool down the heat, but

Ice constricts blood vessels, hindering blood circulation.

 

 

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1. In case hot water is spilled

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Run cold water over the burn area to help it cool down quickly.

2) If clothing sticks to the skin, do not forcibly remove it; only remove the clothing from the surrounding area.

3) In situations where it is difficult to use water, quickly remove the clothing from the area where water has been poured to eliminate heat.

4) Continuously cool the burn area by exposing it to cold wind or fanning.

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2. When the clothes catch fire

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1) Roll on the floor or cover with blankets to block oxygen and extinguish the fire.

If there is water nearby, quickly run water to remove flames and heat.

3) Quickly removing or tearing off clothing to prevent severe burns.

4) Do not remove clothes stuck to the skin; instead, clean the surrounding area and seek hospital treatment.

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3. Burns caused by chemicals

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1) Rinse the exposed area with water or saline solution.

2) If it is a solid chemical substance, quickly brush it off and wash with water.

3) If it gets on your hands or into your eyes, do not rub your eyes or touch your face or eyes with your hands.

 

 

 

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Do not burst blisters that form after a burn; if they burst, be cautious of infection and do not peel them off.

When a burn exceeds second degree, blisters form, and if blisters form

It is helpful not to burst the burn wound because it blocks the environment and prevents infection.

If you accidentally burst a blister, it can lead to infection, so you should be careful not to burst it.

If a blister bursts and causes skin problems, it is best to go to the hospital for treatment.

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If you happen to burst a burn blister, use a sterilized needle or pin to do so, and then disinfect the area afterward.

 

 

 

 

 

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I have summarized first aid methods and blister treatment procedures for burns.

I have often seen children get burns from cooking, hot water, or careless use of pressure cookers.

If the burn covers a large area, it is highly recommended to seek hospital treatment.