Burns (1980)

[Music] honey where the r oh in the broom closet over there okay in that bag see yeah are you finished oh no no I got a little bit of retouching left to do what time is the game today 3 okay I'll give you a yell when I'm finished all right okay good hello oh Judy yeah we're going to the game Jack's just got some more refinishing to do we're about ready oh I guess we'll leave here about uh 2:30 that all right with you fine see you there okay bye bye my go move put it out hold still please it is obvious that burns can be extremely serious what caused the burn how large of an area was burned and what part of the body was burned determine just how serious a burn is but the most important factor is How Deeply the burn has penetrated ated there are three layers of skin first degree burns are the mildest and only injure the surface layer of skin a second degree burn goes deeper into the under layer of skin and usually is more painful the most hazardous kind of burn is a third degree one not only is skin destroyed but muscles blood vessels nerves even bone can be injured first aid for burn victims varies according to the severity of the burn look at the burn carefully before you begin first aid when you scald yourself you may get a first deegree burn on a person with light skin it looks like a red or pink patch it may not show on a person with dark skin a mild sunburn is another example of a first-degree burn a second degree burn is more serious oh oh immerse the burn under cool running water until the pain is reduced never apply ointments or household items such as butter yogurt or lotion on any kind of burn they only promote infection and loss of body fluids gently blot the burn area with a sterile gauze pad usually it's not necessary to bandage a mild burn unless it covers a large area or there is a lot of swelling and blistering if there is any break in the skin or the blisters are broken do not use cold water but apply a dry sterile dressing and get immediate medical assistance be sure and check the burn area after a few hours sometimes blisters may appear later and the burn may be deeper than you originally thought it was third degree burns are the most serious the skin is burned away and the burn area appears White and raw or even charred third degree burns can result from contact with hot objects or Flames or ignited clothing Jack Jack St I'm going outside fly down no don't move put it out fly still I'm trying jack hold still please lie down Jack lie down please when someone's clothing is on fire make sure he doesn't run running only increases the chance that the Flames will reach the neck and head smother the Flames with a blanket or even a coat or have the victim Roll On The Ground lie still do not put water on a burn of this type instead cover the burn with a thick dry sterile dressing and bandage you can even use a clean sheet don't try to remove clothing that has adhered to the burn just place the dressing right over it for burns covering small areas place a cold pack over the dressing you can make one by putting ice cubes in several layers of plastic bags it's important not to let the ice touch the burn directly with Burns to legs or arms have the victim lie down and Elevate the burned area if it does not cause pain treat the victim for shock and get medical help as quickly as possible [Applause] I still I'm going to call 911 okay 911 help there's been an accident my husband's been burned if the victim has face Burns make sure that the head and shoulders are propped up and keep the victim under continuous observation or breathing difficulties if a breathing problem arises an open Airway must be maintained and remember to treat the victim for shock and again it's important to call for help and get the victim to the hospital as quickly as possible third degree burns as well as extensive first and second degree burns inevitably lead to infection loss of body fluids and shock if quick and effective Medical Aid is not given the victim victim may die it is not always easy to tell how serious a burn is however for example blistering and swelling may be delayed don't use pain as a Criterion for treatment often times a second degree burn can be more painful than a third degree burn with third degree burns nerve damage could be so extensive that the victim may not feel much pain some victims such as this one have combination burns with some areas of first-degree burn and other areas that are burned more deeply always base your decision about First Aid on the worst burn most Burns that we see here are caused by exposure to heat but serious burn can result from exposure to costic chemicals as well hey Ralph how you doing okay John yeah I'll meet you outside got to go by the office for a few minutes okay I'll See You by the car all right super what happened my leg let me give you a hand if they a strong chemical gets on the skin wash it off immediately as long as the chemical remains on the skin the burning will continue chemical burns are as serious as heat Burns first second and third degree burns are all possible from chemicals be sure to remove all clothing on which a chemical has spilled especially clothing touching the burn flood the affected area with running water for at least 5 minutes if no running water is available use a bucket or other container just pour as much water as you can over the area don't scrub or use soap once the burn area has been sufficiently washed with water cover with a dry clean or sterile bandage if the chemical container gives first aid directions for burns follow those after the initial flushing with water call for emergency medical attention immediately if there's been a chemical burn of the eye flush the eye out immediately with running water from the inner Corner outward keep the eye open you may have to hold the lid open like this if only one eye is involved turn the head so that the burned eye is closer to the ground if the victim is wearing contact lenses give assistance in removing them before flushing out the eye call for professional help but in the meantime continue to wash the eye out for at least five 5 minutes in the case of an acid burn and at least 15 minutes in the case of an alkaline burn caused by such substances as strong household cleaners then cover the eye or eyes with a clean or sterile dry bandage though many burn accidents are industrial most Burns result from accidents in the home remember treat mild Burns by submerging the burn area in cool water until the pain is reduced then dry the burn with a sterile gauze pad usually mild Burns do not need medical attention but be sure to check the burn after several hours to see whether blistering and swelling have developed if so the burn is more serious than you thought at first serious second degree burns and all third degree burns are usually accompanied by blisters and areas where the skin is white or burned away do not put water a burn of this type or any kind of lotion butter or ointment and be careful not to break the blisters if any clothing adheres to the burn don't remove it instead cover the area with a dry sterile bandage then place a well insulated cold pack over the bandage this will help to reduce the pain the procedure for treating chemical burns is different than for heat burns with any chemical burn always rinse the area with water and remove remove any clothing that has the chemical on it rinse the burn for at least 5 minutes if any chemical has gotten into the eyes flush them with running water for at least 5 minutes in the case of an acid burn or 15 minutes for an alkaline burn then bandage with a dry sterile dressing all these measures can help the burn victim be comfortable and reduce the chance of infection and shock but with any serious burn it is imperative to to get Medical Aid as quickly as possible without medical attention severe burns can never heal how you doing hun okay just hurts a lot must be them well I guess we 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