Stroke Recognition and Response
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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>Intense, stinging pain and itchiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done with contaminated clothing in a chemical burn?

    <p>Remove only the contaminated clothing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of flooding a chemical burn with cool water?

    <p>To dilute the chemical</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should be done after removing the casualty from a hazardous area?

    <p>Put the casualty in an area with fresh air</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the recommended covering for a thermal burn?

    <p>Clean plastic bags or cling wraps</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a sign of a severe chemical burn?

    <p>Evidence of chemical in the vicinity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When should you dial 999 to activate EMS?

    <p>After assessing the burn wound</p> Signup and view all the answers

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