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Burns

Depth of Burns

  • Superficial
    Superficial
  

These burn cause damage to the outer layer of Skin
causing reddening.
  • Partial Thickness
    Partial Thickness
  

Affects the layers of the skin, causes rawness & blisters
Nerves are exposed
  • Full Thickness
    Full Thicknes
  

All layers of skin are burned
May be damage to nerves, fat tissue & muscle
Charring of the bone may occur.

Surrounded by Partial Thickness and superficial burns

Determine the Area of a burn

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Severity of a Burn

This is determined by a combination of

Young children and the over 55 are effected more then other age groups
  • Location
 Any burn effecting Breathing is a priority
  • Depth &
    Area

 

Treatment for Burns and Scalds

General

  • Safety First
  • Stop the Burning process
  • Monitor the A-B-C’s
  • Cool the affective Area for ten minutes (Timed)
  • Remove Clothing/Jewellery NOT stuck to the skin
  • Cover with a Dry sterile dressing
  • Keep Warm and Treat for Shock
  • Arrange for Medical Aid
 

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