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Burns and scalds

Burns and scalds. Burns and scalds. By the end of this session you will be able to: recognise a burn or a scald respond appropriately to someone who has a burn or a scald. Burns and scalds. scalds – wet heat - hot liquids - steam. Causes: burns – dry heat - fire - hot objects

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Burns and scalds

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  1. Burns and scalds

  2. Burns and scalds By the end of this session you will be able to: • recognise a burn or a scald • respond appropriately to someone who has a burn or a scald.

  3. Burns and scalds • scalds – wet heat • - hot liquids • - steam Causes: • burns – dry heat - fire - hot objects - electricity

  4. Burns and scalds What you will see: • redness • swelling • blisters • charred skin.

  5. Burns and scalds What you should do: • remove any jewellery • apply a sterile dressing or cling film • treat the casualty for shock if necessary • seek medical help if necessary. Cold running water 10 minutes minimum.

  6. Burns and scalds

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