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Burns

Burns are injuries to the flesh that are caused by chemicals, electricity, heat, radiation or sunlight. While most burns affect primarily the skin, it is important to know that large burns can also be fatal.

476 Questions

What treatment will a burn patient receive for a burn?

Fluids are replaced there through an IV. This is vital since a patient in shock will die unless those lost fluids are replaced quickly. Antibiotics are given to combat infection since the burns make the body vulnerable to infection.

I had deep blisters on my feet and they popped so I pulled the skin away What can happen and what should I do?

If you had deep blisters on your feet and they popped as you pulled the skin away, simply cut away the torn skin, and treat your feet with some antiseptic, say Benzoin.

How do you treat potassium hydroxide burns?

Potential Health Effects

Eye: Causes severe eye burns. May cause irreversible eye injury. Contact may cause ulceration of the conjunctiva and cornea. Eye damage may be delayed.

SKIN

■ The material can produce severe chemical burns following direct contact with the skin.

■ Potassium hydroxide burns are not immediately painful; onset of pain may be delayed minutes or hours; thus care should be taken to

avoid contamination of gloves and boots.

■ Skin contact with alkaline corrosives may produce severe pain and burns; brownish stains may develop.

The corroded area may be soft, gelatinous and necrotic; tissue destruction may be deep.

■ Open cuts, abraded or irritated skin should not be exposed to this material.

■ Entry into the blood-stream, through, for example, cuts, abrasions or lesions, may produce systemic injury with harmful effects.

Examine the skin prior to the use of the material and ensure that any external damage is suitably protected.

Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause circulatory system failure. May cause perforation of the digestive tract. Causes severe digestive tract burns with abdominal pain, vomiting, and possible death.

Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled. Irritation may lead to chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. Causes severe irritation of upper respiratory tract with coughing, burns, breathing difficulty, and possible coma.

Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.

Skin: Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Discard contaminated clothing in a manner which limits further exposure.

Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.

Inhalation: Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask.

Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively. Chronic: Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Prolonged or repeated eye contact may cause conjunctivitis.

Short of the answer. Lots of water, to the hospital

How can you burn skin from a hot water bottle?

The danger of hot water bottles arises if you fill them with boiling water. Not only can the rubber potentially split and scald you, but even if it doesn't you can experience severe burns through contact with the skin. There is a danger that you fall asleep with contact with the bottle. It is essential to take care as with a gradual increase in temperature through the rubber, your bodies reflex action can be fooled leading to a dangerous exposure to heat over a long period of time that can penetrate deep into the skin.

What type of burn causes both entry and exit wounds?

The most obvious answer is an electrical burn.

Electricity will always try to earth itself, so if if you get an "entry" burn by touching a live wire with your hand, you may also have burns on the soles of your feet or anywhere along the path that the current took.

Burns from explosions of incendiaries (phosphorus, magnesium, aluminum) might also qualify as answers for this question. These highly reactive metals can burn right through a limb.

Burns to the airways?

This can result from exposure to high temperatures, irritants, chemical vapors, smoke, etc. The primary concern for a first resopnder in this situation is to maintain the airway. Intubation may be called for and should be performed before the airway swells in response to the burn. Note also with chemical burns that you'll need to take the proper steps to avoid injury yourself.

What can you put on a third degree burn?

Third degree burns are very serious indeed. Don't even touch them! Go see a doctor immediately for treatment.

Why does your vagina ache when you think about him?

cause you totally want to screw him but your afraid

Why are red spots appearing on areas of skin that are sunburnt one week after the sunburn?

Sometimes, you get hives or red spots later. Science chemical reactions takes time. You really have to use lotion.

What does it mean when you get a burning or stinging sensation all over your back frequently?

When you get a burning or stinging sensation all over your back frequently, it may mean that you have a skin infection or it could be associated with nerves. If symptoms persist it is important that you seek medical advice for a proper diagnosis.

Why is plasma used to treat burns?

Plasma doesn't reall treat the burn. but it compensates the body for plasma lost through the burn.

Are there any burns higher than third degree burns?

No. 3rd degree burns are the worst there are.

How do you clean 2nd degree burn?

You can run it under cool water. There really shouldn't be anything to clean.

What is used to replace picric acid?

Picric acid is often replaced by safer alternatives such as 2,4-dinitrophenol (DNP) or 3,5-dinitrobenzoic acid in various applications, particularly in laboratories and industries due to its explosive nature and toxicity. In some contexts, safer solvents or reagents that do not pose the same hazards as picric acid are also employed. The choice of replacement depends on the specific application and the desired chemical properties.

Is your face suppose to turn red after you use a facial cleanser or does that mean its burning your skin?

No, it shouldn't.

Stop using it immediately and if it won't go away or causes irritation, see your Doctor.

What temperature does hair burn?

Hair will burn at 223 degrees Celsius. Hair can however burn at a much lower temperature if it is damaged.

What replaced picric acid for treating burns?

If you are looking for something to replace picric acid. There is a white cream that you can buy to put on burns. It helps to take the sting out of the burned area. It also helps to protect against infections. The white cream you are looking for is called Flamazine. It works really well, I have used it my self and it worked for me. It will also help to minimize the amount of scaring if it is a really bad burn. And when I used it, it starts working as soon as I put it on. I just can remember if I got it over the counter or not. I hope this helps you out. I'm dying to know