4 step burns first aid & when to call an ambulance

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There’s quite a lot about getting warm that involves hot or boiling elements which is why it’s a good time to brush on on your burns first aid.

The severity of a burn can be very deceptive and seemingly small burn injuries can cause a rapid decline in the person’s condition.

It’s critical you understand the basic first aid steps to treat a burn, but particularly which burns and symptoms that require emergency medical treatment…
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How to treat a burn in 4 steps

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Remove

Remove any jewellery or constricting items if possible without causing damage.
DO NOT remove clothing or jewellery that is stuck to the burn.

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Cool

Cool the burn with room-temperature running water for 20 minutes.
KEEP THE PERSON WARM and look for signs of shock (pale, cold, clammy skin)

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Cover

Cover with non-adhesive dressing or plastic cling film.
Make sure it won’t stick to the burn!

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Call

Call for an ambulance by dialling 000 (in Australia) for…

• Airway burns
• Burns to sensitive areas – face, hands, feet, major joints and private areas
• Burns that penetrate the skin
• Electrical, chemical and cold burns
• Shock symptoms
• Burns to vulnerable people – small children, elderly and those with other medical conditions
• Any burns greater than the size of the victim’s hand

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The DO NOTS…

• DO NOT remove any clothing stuck to the burn

• DO NOT use ice or iced water

• DO NOT break blisters or peel skin

• DO NOT apply any lotions, ointments, creams or powders other than hydro-gels

  NOTE: Burn Aid gel and other hydrogel products are great for cooling minor burns but are not recommended for significant burns.

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The DO NOTS…

• DO NOT remove any clothing stuck to the burn
• DO NOT use ice or iced water
• DO NOT break blisters or peel skin
• DO NOT apply any lotions, ointments, creams or powders other than hydro-gelsNOTE: Burn Aid gel and other hydrogel products are great for cooling minor burns but are not recommended for significant burns.

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