…..young children.
Cooling large burns can reduce body temperature quickly, so keep the person warm with blankets once cooling is complete.
Additional burn care advice:
• Leave blisters intact
• Do not apply creams or butter
• Do not remove peeling skin
• Avoid adhesive tape on burnt skin
These substances can trap heat, increase infection risk and delay healing.
Support help and advice is available from the awesome people at the Burns Support Group Charitable Trust
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Data and information are fact-checked against various recognised sources, including the New Zealand Resuscitation Council, Health Navigator New Zealand, St John, and other recognised entities specialising in the specific subject content. It should be noted that there are variances in protocols, which are identified where necessary.