Burns + scalds

Question 1

1.

Answer 1

Move casualty away from source of heat + wear PPE

Question 2

2.

Answer 2

cool the burn run under cool water for at least 10 mins or until the pain feels better

Question 3

3.

Answer 3

assess how bad the burn is, serious burns include: larger than their hand size, on the face, on the hands of feet or deep burns. if this is the case then call 999 or 112

Question 4

4.

Answer 4

remove any jewellery or clothing near the burn unless it is stuck to it

Question 5

5.

Answer 5

cover the burned area with kitchen cling film to another clean non fluffy material to protect it from infection