حالات الحروق Burns and Scalds

Burns and Scalds

Burns are injuries to the body tissues caused by heat, chemicals or radiation.
Scalds are caused by wet heat such as steam or hot liquids.

Warnings
1. Never put butter or greasy ointments on a burn. They seal heat into the wound
and may cause infection.
2. Always seek medical attention if:

- Victim is a child or elderly
- Burn covers more than one body part.
- Burn is located on any sensitive area of the body (hands, face, feet, etc.)
- Burn is third degree
- Burn is caused by chemicals

First Degree Burns

First degree burns damage the outer layer of skin.

Signs
1. Redness
2. Mild pain
3. Swelling

Treatment
1.Plunge the burned area into cold water, or hold it under a cold running tab for 10 minutes or until the pain stops or lessens.
2. Cover with a clean gauze dressing for protection

[ندعوك للتسجيل في المنتدى أو التعريف بنفسك لمعاينة هذه الصورة]

Second Degree Burns

Second degree burns go through to the second layer of skin.

Signs
1. Blisters
2. Rough, red skin
3. Swelling
4. Extreme pain

[ندعوك للتسجيل في المنتدى أو التعريف بنفسك لمعاينة هذه الصورة]

Treatment

1. Remove all clothing, jewellery and watches from the burned area unless it is sticking to the skin.

2. Pour copious amounts of cold water over the affected area for at least 10 minutes.
3. Gently blot area dry. Do not rub. Rubbing may break the blisters, opening it to infection.

4. Lightly cover the entire burned area with a clean, dry dressing (sterile if possible). If fluid soaks through, cover with another layer. An arm or leg can be protected inside a clean plastic bag.
5. Raise a burned arm or leg to reduce swelling, but be careful not to burst any blisters.
6. Call a doctor immediately..

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