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• General Rules for Treatment of Burns

General Rules for Treatment of Burns


There are 8 key steps in the treatment of burns


Complications can occur from burns: SHOCK is responsible for 60% of deaths from burns and infection accounts for most of the remaining deaths from burns.


Treatment of Burns [10.7MB]


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Step 1


Carry out the Immediate Action (IA)


Step 2


Get the casualty away from danger, but don't be the next victim


Step 3


Put out any burning clothing with either water or by smothering with a jacket or blanket


Step 4


Hold the burnt area under cold water immediately for up to 10 minutes


Step 5


Remove clothing and other items. DO NOT remove any clothing that is stuck to the burn.


Step 6


Cover the burn with a dry, sterile, non-stick dressing


Step 7


Get medical assistance as soon as possible


Step 8


Give conscious patients small sips of water frequently but DO NOT give alcohol.