Question 29 of 30
Treatment of burns and scalds depends on the severity of the injury. What is the correct thing to do for minor burns and scalds?
A
A) Break blisters, remove any loose skin or foreign objects from the injured area
B
B) Place the injured part under slowly running cold water for at least 10 minutes, but preferably until the pain is gone. If no water is available, use any cold, harmless liquid
C
C) Remove all sticky clothing from the casualty
D
D) Apply lotions, ointments, or fat to the injury
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Answer & Explanation
The correct answer is Option B: B) Place the injured part under slowly running cold water for at least 10 minutes, but preferably until the pain is gone. If no water is available, use any cold, harmless liquid.
Cooling a burn under clean, cool running water is the most effective way to dissipate heat and limit tissue damage. Applying lotions or fats traps heat and can cause further damage to the wound.