…..injured area.
If the person begins to feel faint, lie them down and monitor their condition.
Sometimes clothing made from synthetic fibres may stick to the burn.
If this occurs:
- Do not pull it off
- Cut around the stuck material
If cling film is not available, use a clean non-stick dressing or cloth.
Remember the priorities:
Stop the burning
Cool the burn
Cover the burn
REMEMBER S.T.O.P.
Support and advice are also available from the Burns Support Group Charitable Trust
Tomorrow we’ll look at how to correctly cover a burn after cooling it.
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Acknowledgement
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.