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StandardFirstAid/Rev2/06062017 - COPYRIGHTS © SINGAPORE FIRST AID TRAINING CENTRE PTE LTD
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BURNS
TYPES OF BURNS:
1.
Thermal burns – which include dry burns (flame) and scalds
2.
Chemical burns – caused by corrosive action of chemicals
3.
Electrical burns – caused by electrical shock
4.
Radiation burns – caused by exposure to radiation
BURNS
are classified as
1.
1st degree – Red, hot and painful
2.
2nd degree – Red, mottled with blisters
3.
3rd degree – White, leathery or charred and painless
Do NOT apply toothpaste or butter.
THERMAL BURNS
TREATMENTS FOR
THERMAL BURNS
•
C – COOL
with tepid water for at least 10 minutes
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C – CONSTRICTORS
like rings and watches to be removed
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C – COVER
lightly with a thin sheet or bandage
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C – CONSULT
a doctor for treatment
CHEMICAL BURNS
TREATMENTS FOR
CHEMICAL BURNS
•
Call for ambulance immediately.
•
Brush off as much powder or solid substance with your gloved hands.
•
Flush with water for > 20 minutes
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ELECTRICAL BURNS
TREATMENTS FOR
ELECTRICAL BURNS
•
May cause fatal heart rhythms
•
Person may also be thrown back
•
Turn off the power supply and call for ambulance immediately.
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If no breathing, start CPR