Burns
DO NOT:
DO NOT:
1) Use ice or ice water;
2) apply butter, ointments or sprays;
3) break blisters;
4) remove burned skin or charred clothing.
For minor burns:
1) Stop the burning. Use cool water from sink or hose, apply cool wet compresses. Continue for 20 to 30 minutes, until burning sensation stops.
2) Cover with clean, dry, non-stick bandage to protect from air. Bandage loosely since swelling may occur.
For severe burns:
1) Get medical help immediately. Let medical help apply bandages.
2) apply butter, ointments or sprays;
3) break blisters;
4) remove burned skin or charred clothing.
For minor burns:
1) Stop the burning. Use cool water from sink or hose, apply cool wet compresses. Continue for 20 to 30 minutes, until burning sensation stops.
2) Cover with clean, dry, non-stick bandage to protect from air. Bandage loosely since swelling may occur.
For severe burns:
1) Get medical help immediately. Let medical help apply bandages.
Very interesting ...we were brought up to apply cold water and ice cubes for pain. My grandma used to use butter. Good information. What do you think about aloe vera plant?
ReplyDeleteCandy,
ReplyDeleteThe aloe vera plant is great for burn injuries! The grandmas are always right! Ice is nature's drug!
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