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What is the primary concern when approaching a casualty with a thermal burn?
What is the primary concern when approaching a casualty with a thermal burn?
- Flood the burn wounds with cool water
- Covering the burn wounds with clean plastic bags
- Removing burnt clothing from the casualty
- Ensuring the area is safe to enter (correct)
What is a characteristic of a severe thermal burn?
What is a characteristic of a severe thermal burn?
- Itchiness and discolouration
- Charred skin and severe pain (correct)
- Tenderness and swelling
- Mild pain and redness
What is the recommended duration for flooding a thermal burn with cool water?
What is the recommended duration for flooding a thermal burn with cool water?
- Until the burn is fully healed
- At least 20 minutes
- At least 10 minutes (correct)
- At least 5 minutes
What is a common symptom of a chemical burn?
What is a common symptom of a chemical burn?
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What should be done with contaminated clothing in a chemical burn?
What should be done with contaminated clothing in a chemical burn?
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What is the purpose of flooding a chemical burn with cool water?
What is the purpose of flooding a chemical burn with cool water?
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What should be done after removing the casualty from a hazardous area?
What should be done after removing the casualty from a hazardous area?
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What is the recommended covering for a thermal burn?
What is the recommended covering for a thermal burn?
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What is a sign of a severe chemical burn?
What is a sign of a severe chemical burn?
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When should you dial 999 to activate EMS?
When should you dial 999 to activate EMS?
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