First Aid for Burns

The Three Goals in Treating Burns—No Matter the Degree

There is a light (excuse the pun) at the end of the tunnel when it comes to burns. The factis that burns can be treated successfully if first aid is administered quickly. By reading this,you are already ahead of the first aid burn game. You will know how to act fast in case ofemergency. You will know how to treat a burn, regardless of the degree or cause, whileyou wait for help to arrive.

Prevent shock.

Ease pain.

Reduce the risk of infection.

The “Thou Shalt Not” Commandments for Burn Treatment

The first aid measures you don't take can be as important as those you do take, especiallywhen it comes to burns. For example, earlier you learned that treating bruises is differentthan treating cuts, despite the fact that you can follow basic, general outlines for both. Inshort, there are always exceptions to every rule. And, when it comes to burns, theseexceptions can save a life! Here's the “short list” on what not to do:

Do not pierce or open blisters. It leaves the burned person “wide open” forinfection.

Do not peel off burned dead skin. It not only leaves the new skin underneath toovulnerable to infection, but it can cause scarring.

Do not attempt to peel away any clothing stuck to the burn. Pulling away thecloth can also peel away any healing skin. And, as anyone who's ever had a bandagepulled off knows, it can hurt too!

Do not use butter, antiseptic creams, or any other “folk remedies” on burns. Theycan actually cause the infection you're trying to avoid! None of these remedies,especially butter, will do anything beneficial for major burns.

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