First Aid Skills Lesson 5 Burns 1 First

First Aid Skills Lesson 5 Burns 1

First Aid Skills Video Viewing: First Aid - Burn 2

First Aid Skills Worksheet Number 2 Reaction on the Video 3

First Aid Skills Degree of Burn Epidermis Dermis First Degree Burn Hypodermis Second Degree Burn Third Degree Burn 4

First Aid Skills Burns – Degrees of Burns 1. First-degree burn a. Only the top layer of skin is burned. b. The skin is only mildly discolored. c. There is only a little swelling. d. These burns usually heal within a week. 5

First Aid Skills First-Degree Burn Redness (Erythema) First Degree Burn Epidermis Dermis Hypodermis Damage to the outer layer of skin (epidermis), causing pain, redness, and swelling. 6

First Aid Skills Burns – Degrees of Burns 1. Second-degree burn a. Several layers of skin are burned. b. The skin has a spotty or blotchy appearance. c. There is greater swelling, and there are blisters. d. These burns take up to three weeks to heal and should be attended by a physician. 7

First Aid Skills Second-Degree Burn Second Degree Burn Damage to both outer skin and underlying tissue layers (epidermis and dermis), causing pain, redness, swelling, and blistering. Blisters (Bulla) 8

First Aid Skills Burns – Degrees of Burns 1. Third-degree burn a. Many layers of skin are burned. b. There is severe discoloration. c. Some skin may be charred. d. These burns can be life threatening. 9

First Aid Skills Third-Degree Burn Full thickness burn with tissue damage Third Degree Burn Damage extends deeper into tissues (epidermis, and hypodermis) causing extensive tissue destruction. The skin may feel numb. 10

First Aid Skills Heat Burn Treatment Ø Go through “RAP ABCH” first, then ask if burn was caused by heat. Ø Determine degree and amount of burn. Ø If it is a third-degree burn or large seconddegree burn, use the “ABCH”, then treat for shock. Ø Do not attempt to pull off the clothing because skin may come with it. 11

First Aid Skills Heat Burn Treatment Ø Cut it off if attached to the skin. Ø Apply a sterile dressing and elevate. Ø Seek immediate medical attention. Ø Burn is first-degree or small second-degree, apply cold water/compress until pain stops. Ø If you must use ice, provide a barrier. Ø Do not apply an ointment. 12

First Aid Skills Chemical Burn Treatment Ø Determine if burn was caused by a dry chemical. Ø If so, brush it off, remove clothing, wash area fifteen to twenty minutes. Ø If not caused by dry chemical, remove clothing and jewelry, wash area for fifteen to twenty minutes. Ø Seek medical attention in both cases. 13

First Aid Skills Electrical Burn Treatment Ø If burn is not chemical, then it’s an electrical burn. Ø Is victim in contact with electrical source, are you at risk. Ø If yes, ask adult to turn off power. Ø May entail calling 911 to have then call appropriate person. Ø Treatment same as heat burn. 14

First Aid Skills Electrical Burn Treatment DR Workbook Question 10 c, Pg. 198 Ø In all cases, monitor wound for signs of infection. Ø Large wounds – seek medical attention to reduce risk of infection. Ø Serious burn, monitor for signs of shock. 15