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Definition
Severity of Burns:
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1st degree - Reddened skin without blisters
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2nd degree - Reddened skin with blisters (Heals from the bottom up, not from the edges. Takes 2 to 3 weeks.) Small closed blisters contain protective chemicals, serve as a dressing and reduce pain.
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3rd degree - Deep burns with white or charred skin. Skin sensation is absent. Usually needs a skin graft to prevent bad scarring if it is larger than a quarter (1 inch) in size. (Heals from the edges)
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First Aid:
First Aid Advice For Burns From Heat
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Immediately (don't take time to remove clothing) put the burned part in cold tap water or pour cold water over it for 10 minutes.
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For burns on the face, apply a cold wet washcloth. (Reason: lessen the depth of the burn and relieve pain).
First Aid Advice For Burns From
Chemicals
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Remove any contaminated clothing.
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Flush the chemical off the skin with warm water for 10 minutes. For large areas, use a shower.
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