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BURNS

Burns are A resul t of the effects of thermal in jury on the skin and other t issues .

Human skin can tolerate temperatures up to 42-44 ° c but above these the higher the temperature the more severe the tissue damage.

Treatment:

a. Cool burn area b. Apply cool water 10 mins at leastc. Remove constrictions (if possible)d. Do not pull away burnt clothinge. Cover burn with steri le dressingf. Hospital

Kinds of Burns1.Heat Burn2.cold Burn3.Chemical Burn4.Thermal Burns5. Electrical Burn

Scald Burns Flame Burns

Burn Photos

Chemical (Acid) Burns

thermal (Flash) Burns

Burn Photos

Burn Photos

Electrical BurnsEntrance Wounds

Electrical Burns Exit Wounds

Electrical burns mummifiedlater removed

Compare of burns

FIRST DEGREE BURN

Involves Only The Outer Layer Of The Skin.

The Skin Is Dry, Painful, And Sensitive To Touch

SECOND DEGREE BURN

Involves Several Layers Of Skin.The Skin Becomes Swollen, Puffy, Weepy, Or Blistered.

THIRD DEGREE BURN

Require Immediate Medical Treatment. Call For Medical Help And Apply Medical Treatment.

Involves All Layers Of Skin And May Include Any Underlying Tissue Or Organs.

Electric Shock

The first step is to separate the person from the source of electricity as quickly as possible. The best way of doing this is to turn off the supply, for example, by unplugging the appliance or by turning the mains off at the fuse box.

Treatment:

Lay Down Loosen Clothing Elevate Legs Nil By Mouth No Smoking Cover with Blanket Medical Assistance Monitor

Electric Shock