Burn degrees, cooling, chemical burns, and when to call for help.
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- What is a first-degree burn?
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Affects only the outer layer of skin; causes redness and pain.- What color is skin in a first-degree burn?
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Red- Which burn degree is most common?
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First-degree- What is a second-degree burn?
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Affects the outer and underlying layer of skin; causes blistering, swelling, and severe pain.- What appears on skin in a second-degree burn?
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Blisters- What is a third-degree burn?
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Affects all layers of skin and possibly tissue beneath; appears charred, white, or leathery.- Are third-degree burns painful?
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Often painless because nerve endings are destroyed, though surrounding area may hurt.- What is a fourth-degree burn?
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Extends through all skin layers into muscle, bone, or organs; appears blackened and charred.- What is the first step in treating any burn?
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Remove the person from the heat source.- How long should you cool a burn with water?
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10 to 20 minutes- What temperature water is best for cooling a burn?
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Cool but not ice-cold, around 50 to 65 degrees Fahrenheit.- Why use cool water rather than ice directly on a burn?
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Ice can damage tissue further and cause ice burns.- Should ice be applied directly to a burn?
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No, it can damage tissue further.- What should you do after cooling a burn with water?
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Pat it dry gently and cover with a clean, non-adhesive dressing.- What items should never be applied to a burn?
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Butter, oil, toothpaste, vinegar, or numbing products.
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