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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
C – CONSTRICTORS
like rings and watches to be removed
C – COVER
lightly with a thin sheet or bandage
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
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.
If no breathing, start CPR