Treating minor burns by Scout Lewis https://padlet.com/scout_lewis/ngbr2wi7168e en-us 2017-10-24 13:13:56 UTC 2023-03-21 03:15:37 UTC hello@padlet.com What is a burn? scout_lewis https://padlet.com/scout_lewis/ngbr2wi7168e/wish/199966344 A burn is an injury that is caused by fire, heat, radiation, chemicals, radiation, or electricity.
 ]]> 2017-10-24 13:21:14 UTC https://padlet.com/scout_lewis/ngbr2wi7168e/wish/199966344 What are the types of burns? scout_lewis https://padlet.com/scout_lewis/ngbr2wi7168e/wish/199967614 There are three types of burns. 
1. First Degree Burn
2. Second Degree Burn 
3. Third Degree Burn]]> 2017-10-24 13:23:38 UTC https://padlet.com/scout_lewis/ngbr2wi7168e/wish/199967614 First Degree Burns scout_lewis https://padlet.com/scout_lewis/ngbr2wi7168e/wish/199969166  --This is the least severe burn. This is a burn that only affects the first layer of skin. The skin is usually red or discolored, but it will heal within a few days without scarring. 
--A common first degree burn is sunburn. Cool the area with cool water. A sunburn may be helped by the use of an aloe vera gel. ]]> 2017-10-24 13:26:47 UTC https://padlet.com/scout_lewis/ngbr2wi7168e/wish/199969166 Second Degree Burns scout_lewis https://padlet.com/scout_lewis/ngbr2wi7168e/wish/199970586 --This is a painful burn that effects the top two layers of skin. The skin is usually blotchy and blisters form. Swelling isn't unusual. Healing can take three to four weeks. 
--A common second degree burn may be caused by exposure to fire. Cool the area with large amounts of cool water. NEVER use ice. Use a dry and sterile dressing to cover the burn. You may need medical help. ]]> 2017-10-24 13:29:41 UTC https://padlet.com/scout_lewis/ngbr2wi7168e/wish/199970586 Third Degree Burn scout_lewis https://padlet.com/scout_lewis/ngbr2wi7168e/wish/199973185 This is the most severe type of burn. It effects all layers of skin and the underlying tissue. It may be white or charred.
Call 911 immediately. ]]> 2017-10-24 13:34:56 UTC https://padlet.com/scout_lewis/ngbr2wi7168e/wish/199973185 When in doubt, call 911! scout_lewis https://padlet.com/scout_lewis/ngbr2wi7168e/wish/199979477 Most minor burns are ok to treat at home. 
If you have any doubts, seek medical attention. ]]> 2017-10-24 13:46:20 UTC https://padlet.com/scout_lewis/ngbr2wi7168e/wish/199979477 scout_lewis https://padlet.com/scout_lewis/ngbr2wi7168e/wish/200011242 2017-10-24 14:36:46 UTC https://padlet.com/scout_lewis/ngbr2wi7168e/wish/200011242