BURNS

Burns are a special type of soft tissue injury Burns can damage one or more layers of skin and the layers of fat, muscle and bone beneath

Burns are caused by: Thermal (heat) Chemicals Electricity radiation

Burns are classified into three levels Superficial (first degree) Partial thickness (second degree) Full thickness (third degree) THE DEEPER THE BURN, THE MORE SEVERE IT IS AND A CRITICAL BURN CAN BE CONSIDERED LIFE THREATENING.

WHAT TO LOOK FOR Call 911 or the local emergency number if the person has: Trouble breathing Burns covering more than one body part or a large surface area Suspected burn to the airway Burns to the head, neck hands, feet or genitals. Has a full thickness burn and is younger than age 5 or older than age 60 Burns resulting from chemicals, explosions or electricity

Thermal heat Remove the source of heat Cool the burn using cold running water Cover the burn loosely with a sterile dressing

Chemical Brush off dry chemicals then flush the area with tap water. If an eye is burned by a chemical, flush the affected eye. If wet chemicals get on the skin, flush the affected area with large amounts of cool water

Electrical Make sure the person is no longer in contact with the power source before making contact with the person Turn off the power at its source and care for any life-threatening conditions

Electrical continued Electrocution can cause cardiac and breathing emergencies. Be prepared to give CPR and care fo shock and thermal burns. Obtain medical help for all victims of electric shock to determine the extent of injuries.

radiation Care for sunburns as you would any other burns Cool the burn and protect the areas from further damage by keeping it out of the sun

How do I care for a nosebleed? Have the person sit and lean slightly forward. Pinch the nose together for about 10 minutes Apply an ice pack to the bridge of the nose If bleeding continues, apply pressure on the upper lip just beneath the nose and seek help.