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Burns

When someone has been burnt there are a number of procedures that you should follow:

  • Monitor the individual's airway and breathing
  • If possible lay the individual on the ground to help with the effects of shock
  • Pour coll liquid over the burnt area for 10 minutes, this will reduce the swelling and risk of scarring
  • Ensure that the cool water is not hitting the burn at speed because this will cause additional pain and damage
  • Remove rings, watches or other jewellery as burns swell up
  • When pain has eased cover the wound to prevent infection
  • This should be done with a sterile bandage or if you do not have this, cling film would be sufficient.
  • Ensure that it is applied loosely
  • If you feel that the material may stick to the wound, then do not attempt to cover it just continue to cool it and wait for medical help to arrive
  • If possible raise the injured part as this will help to reduce swelling
  • Wait with the injured individual and keep checking airway, breathing and that the bandage is not too tight
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