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Assessment of burns (factors to consider) 1. CAUSE >FIRE,CHEMICAL,ELCTRICITY 2. LOCATION >AIRWAY,EYES 3. EXTENT >PERCENTAGE 4. DEPTH >3 TYPES OF BURNS
MANAGEMENT OF BURNS >Cool with cold water for at least 10 minutes. >For chemicals water for at least 20 minutes >Remove constrictions e.G. Jewellery, watches. >Cover the burn with sterile dressing. >Treat for shock. >Take to hospital if necessary
>DO NOT use lotions, ointments and creams >DO NOT break blisters >DO NOT Use fluffy material to cover the burn >DO NOT remove any clothing stuck on the burn