What to do in case of burns

Burns are injuries with damage to tissues such as the skin, or deeper such as muscles, tendons, bones, veins, nerves, etc. According to the depth they are classified in first, second or third degree.

To do

• Approach the person with caution.
• Identify yourself by offering help.
• Make sure you or the person are not in additional danger.
• Activate the emergency medical system. Call 125/123.
• Protect yourself.
• Remove the person from the heat source as quickly as possible.
• If clothing is on fire, put out victim's fire. This is accomplished by wrapping her in a blanket or towel.
• Apply cold (not ice) water for 10 minutes, especially if the burns are large.
• Remove all clothing and jewelry that are not adhering to the skin.
• Cover the injury with a clean cloth

What not to do

• Do not give anything to drink or eat to the burned person (water, soda, aromatic).
• Do not give him any medicine.
• Do not apply anything to the burn (creams, ointments, oils, home remedies, etc.) until it is assessed by health personnel.
• Do not remove garments if they are stuck to the skin.
• If the burn is blistered, do not break it.

To do

• Approach the person with caution.
• Identify yourself by offering help.
• Make sure you or the person are not in additional danger.
• Activate the emergency medical system. Call 125/123.
• Protect yourself: wear gloves and goggles.
• If the burn is caused by chemical dust, the excess must first be removed with a brush or cloth, before applying water.
• If possible remove contaminated clothing and footwear. Always keep in mind the handling of the chemical described on the label
• Wash the burned area (eyes, skin, etc.) with plenty of clean water for no less than 10 minutes.
• Cover the burn with a clean cloth.

What not to do

• Do not give anything to drink or eat to the burned person: water, soda, aromatic.
• Do not give him any medicine.
• Do not apply anything to the burn (creams, ointments, oils, etc.).

If the burn is blistered, do not break it.

To do

• Approach the person with caution.
• Identify yourself by offering help
• Make sure you or the person are not in additional danger.
• Activate the emergency medical system. Call 125/123.
• Protect yourself.
• If you can, unplug the power source, lower the light studs.
• Electricity sources should only be handled by expert personnel (energy company).
• Request a medical evaluation

What not to do

• Do not try to remove the electrical source with sticks or rubbers.
• Do not take off her clothes.
• Do not give anything to drink or eat to the burned person (water, soda, aromatic).
• Do not give him any medicine.
• Do not apply anything to the burn (creams, ointments, oils, vinegar, food fillings, or others).
• Do not try to rescue the victim if the power source is connected.

It occurs due to exposure to the sun for a long time, producing, in addition to a first degree burn, headache, dizziness (everything is spinning), dehydration (intense thirst), and so on.

To do

• Move the affected person to a cool and airy place.
• Place her in a resting position, with her head elevated.
• If it is very extensive, request a medical evaluation.
• Eliminate all kinds of compression for clothing (loosen clothing).
• External cooling of the head using wet compresses, in a place with good ventilation.

What not to do

• Do not apply creams, alcohols, or lotions on the skin.