The change in the state of body tissues as a result of exposure to high temperature is called a burn.
To a large extent in domestic conditions receive thermal burns. Hot steam, boiling water, incandescent objects or open flames are the main causes of burn injuries. And, unfortunately, children become victims of such situations, bringing unbearable pain, and with high degree burns - a very sad outcome.
How to behave with a thermal burn of a child
Most often, the cause of irreparable post-burn consequences is the wrong behavior of an adult. Many panic, which does not allow them to adequately respond to the situation. It often happens that first aid is accompanied by a search for the culprit of the tragedy, or the tears of a mother who has overlooked the baby. Remember: care for burns should be immediate! The best assistants in such a matter will be a cold mind and a sober mind. It is impossible to apply in a panic all the first aid means that are currently at hand. It is advisable to use one proven drug, which must be in the home first aid kit. MoreIn addition, each of the household members should know where the ointment, gel or spray can with special foam from burns is located and what it looks like. Effective remedies that will help provide first aid for burns - Panthenol, Olazol, Solcoseryl ointment.
Providing first aid to the victim
First of all (to determine the correctness of subsequent actions) you need to find out the cause of the burn. Then follow this order of actions:
- If the victim's clothing is engulfed in flames, it is necessary to cover it with a thick cloth. Limiting air access will quickly extinguish the fire. Then you need to take off your clothes. Moreover, the remnants of the material adhering to the skin cannot be removed categorically (the same applies to cases of thermal burns with boiling water).
- The affected surface of the body must be immersed in cold water or kept under a stream of running water. This stops the further heating of the affected area and the deepening of the resulting tissue injury. This is the very first aid for burns resulting from direct contact with hot water or flames. In case of a sunburn, the victim must be moved to the shade.
- Apply a special agent to the burnt area. Attention! If this is not at hand, do not listen to the advice of those present who suggest applying kefir, toothpaste, aloe juice, alcohol solution and other dubious "elixirs" to injuries. In this case, it is better to limit yourself to a dry, clean bandage and wait for the doctors to arrive.
- Sometimes first aid for burns may include artificial respiration and chest compressions.
- You can relieve pain with the help of appropriate tablets (analgesics).
- Wait for an ambulance, whose doctors will take the patient to a specialized department of the hospital, where he will be provided with the necessary medical care for burns.
Treatment of post-burn injuries
Treatment of burns, regardless of the degree of complexity, should be accompanied by medical supervision. Vitamin E is an excellent adjuvant in the treatment of burns. Its unique properties accelerate the healing process of wounds without scarring. Remember: timely and proper care for burns is the key to successful healing of the affected skin tissue without serious consequences.
