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Topic: Road accidents and first aid · Nº 560 / 626

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Un herido tiene quemaduras. ¿Qué debe hacer?

An injured person has burns. What should you do?

  • ALimpiar la herida.Clean the wound.
  • BTapar la quemadura con gasas húmedas.Cover the burn with damp gauze.
  • CQuitarle la ropa pegada a la quemadura.Remove the clothing stuck to the burn.
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Correct answer

  • BTapar la quemadura con gasas húmedas.Cover the burn with damp gauze.
Explanation

With burns we must: not touch the area or remove burnt clothing; not burst or cut any blisters; not apply ointments to the burnt area; apply cold water, and if possible put the burnt area in water; cover the wound with clean dressings soaked in water and hold them in place with a bandage.

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