Accidents and First Aid

How should burns be treated in first aid?

Question image: How should burns be treated in first aid?
  • Cool with clean cold water for at least 10 minutes
  • B Apply ice directly
  • C Cover with creams or oils
  • D Break the blisters so they drain

Why this is the correct answer

Burns are cooled with clean, cold water (never ice) for at least 10 minutes and covered with moist sterile cloths. You must not break blisters or apply creams or oils.

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