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Question 4111

An injured person has burns. What should you do?

  1. Cover the burn with damp gauze.
  2. Remove the clothing stuck to the burn.
  3. Clean the wound.
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Correct answer: Cover the burn with damp gauze.

First cool the burn with cold water, then cover it with damp gauze or a clean towel, without applying ointments. Don't touch it to clean it, and leave any clothing stuck to the skin in place.

Burns and scalds