NURSING ANM AND GNM

Detailed explanation-1: -1. Cool the burn under cold running water for at least 20 minutes. Cooling the burn will reduce pain, swelling and the risk of scarring. The sooner and longer a burn is cooled with cold running water, the less the impact of the injury.

Detailed explanation-2: -First-degree burns can usually be treated with skin care products like aloe vera cream or an antibiotic ointment and pain medication such as acetaminophen (Tylenol). Second-degree burns may be treated with an antibiotic cream or other creams or ointments prescribed by a doctor.

Detailed explanation-3: -First-degree burns affect only the outer layer of the skin. They cause pain, redness, and swelling. Second-degree burns affect both the outer and underlying layer of skin. They cause pain, redness, swelling, and blistering.

Detailed explanation-4: -First-and second-degree burns with closed blisters are best treated with cold water. Immerse the burned area, or cover it with cloths that have been soaked in cold water-don’t use ice water. Avoid using butter or any type of greasy ointment because they can interfere with healing and cause an allergic reaction.

Detailed explanation-5: -Second-degree burns involve the outer layer of the skin and part of the inner layer of skin. They may be caused by very hot water, open flames, hot objects, sun, chemicals, or electricity. They are treated by applying cold at first. Creams or lotions and non-stick dressings are used.