First Aid: Burns and Treatment

<p>Wash the eye with warm water for at least 20 minutes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Neutralizing the chemical (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Epidermis (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>First-degree burn (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Cell death (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It connects the skin to underlying fascia. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Indirect food consumption (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Demonstrating rapid assessment of the situation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Dense irregular connective tissue (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Working effectively in a team (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Blisters and severe pain (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Third-degree burn (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Within a week (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Depth of the burn (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A person's hand equals 1% of their body surface area (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Contact with a fire (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Redness and mild swelling (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Children under age 4 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Immerse burned area in cool water for at least 10 minutes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Burns on the face or neck (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Antibacterial ointment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Break any blisters that form (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Call the local emergency number (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Avoiding hypothermia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Coughing or wheezing after inhaling heat (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Remove clothing and all jewelry from the burn area (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Elevate the affected body parts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Break any blisters that form (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Change in voice (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Call emergency services (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>It can lead to hypothermia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Get them into the fresh air (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Most injuries are internal and not visible (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Call emergency and wait for assistance (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

A type of soft tissue injury caused by direct or indirect contact with heat, electric current, radiation, or chemical agents.

The outermost layer of skin, made of tightly packed epithelial cells.

The layer of skin below the epidermis, containing blood vessels, hair follicles, and sweat glands.

The layer beneath the dermis, composed of loose connective tissue and fat.

A burn that only damages the top layer of the epidermis, often causing redness and pain.

A burn that damages the epidermis and part of the dermis, causing blisters and pain.

A burn that damages all layers of the skin and may extend to underlying tissues, causing charring, numbness, and possible loss of function.

A burn that damages the skin and underlying tissues, often with intense pain.

The extent of the burn's surface area. It's measured as a percentage of the body's total surface area.

The depth of the burn, or how deeply it affects the skin and underlying tissues.

Burns on the face, hands, feet, and genitals can be very dangerous.

The person's hand, including the palm, closed fingers, and thumb, represents 1% of their body surface area (BSA).

Burns are more dangerous for children under 4 and adults over 60 because their skin is thinner.

Burns that only affect the top layer of skin. They cause redness and pain, but no blisters.

These burns damage the top two layers of skin. They cause blisters and severe pain.

These burns damage all layers of skin, and can even reach to muscles and bone. They cause severe pain that may decrease due to nerve damage.

The total body surface area that is burned. It helps determine the severity of the burn.

A treatment for burns, it helps reduce pain and swelling.

Protect burned areas, prevents infections, and helps speed healing.

A medical condition where body temperature drops dangerously low.

Call medical professionals immediately if a burn is serious.

Applying ice or ice water to a burn can cause further damage and worsen the injury. It can also lead to hypothermia.

Touching a burn with anything other than a clean covering can introduce bacteria and increase the risk of infection.

Trying to remove clothing that sticks to a burn can tear the skin and cause more damage.

Cleaning a severe burn can damage the tissue and increase the risk of infection. Leave it to medical professionals.

Breaking blisters on a burn can increase the risk of infection and delay healing.

Ointments can trap heat and bacteria, making the burn worse. Only use ointment prescribed by a doctor.

Immersion of large severe burns in cold water can lead to hypothermia, which is a dangerous drop in body temperature.

Severe smoke inhalation can damage the airways and lungs, potentially leading to respiratory failure or death. Medical care is crucial.

An electrical burn can be severe and potentially life-threatening. The burn may appear small initially but can be deep, with potential for internal damage. It is often accompanied by other complications such as tingling, fatigue, headaches, muscle pain, spasms, loss of consciousness, or a lack of breathing and pulse.

Chemical burns are a result of contact with corrosive substances. They can cause significant tissue damage, leading to pain, burning sensation, breathing difficulties, eye irritation, or vision problems. The burn may appear white, brown, or black in appearance depending on the chemical involved.

Immediate action is crucial in treating chemical burns. First, ensure your safety. Carefully remove any dry or powdered chemical from the skin using gloved hands or a cloth. Then, rapidly flush the affected area with copious amounts of cool running water for at least 20 minutes. Continue flushing until EMS arrives.

If a chemical gets into the eye, immediately tip the person's head so the affected eye is below the nose. Then, gently irrigate the eye with room temperature water, flowing from the nose outward towards the side of the face. Continue flushing for at least 20 minutes.

Safety data sheets (SDSs) are crucial in managing chemical exposures. They provide valuable information about the hazardous materials used in a workplace. SDSs include first aid procedures, potential health hazards, and other safety guidelines.