Hello! I am Ann and I sometimes work as a baby sitter on weekends. It is only a part time job but the money I earn covers some of my expenses. My friend Mary is also engaged as a baby sitter and she had an accident last week. The girl she was taking care of burned herself with hot milk. My friend was really in panic and I would like to be prepared if eventually something like that happens to me. What's burn first aid?
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Hello! Burns with hot liquid are the most common accidents that happen to children. It is always important to take all precautions to avoid possible injuries, but if accident happens it is important to react properly. The first thing you should do is to put the burned area under the cold running water for ten minutes. After that a sterile gauze bandage should be used and butter or oils should be avoided. This is in case the burn is not severe. It the burn is second or third degree you have to call emergency as soon as possible. Cold water should not be applied in that case since it can lead to shock.
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