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Nothing is more frightening for parents to know their child's health is at stake. Unfortunately, children are extremely fond of exploring the world in ways that can be dangerous for them. Be careful and take proper precautions. If there is a real accident, you can take a few quick steps to protect your child from burns.

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Method 1 of 3: Emergency handling

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   Get your child out of danger. If your child is on fire, cover him with a blanket or jacket and help him roll on the ground to put out the fire. Take off any clothes that are smoldering on the young person. You need to be calm, because panic is contagious to others.
   • If you are dealing with an electric burn, make sure the child does not come into contact with the power source when touching the young person.
   • In the case of a chemical burn, let the water run over the burn for at least five minutes. If the burn is large, try soaking your child in a bath or shower. Do not undress children until the injured area has been washed.
   • If the child's clothes get on the burn, do not try to peel them off as this could cause additional damage. Use scissors to remove the surrounding clothing, leaving the cloth stuck to the wound.

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   Call emergency services if necessary. If the burn is wider than 77 mm, the burn is black or white. You should also call your doctor, call an ambulance (number 115 in Vietnam, or 911 in the US) or take your child to the nearest emergency room if the child has a fire, electric or chemical burn. Call your doctor if the burn shows signs of infection such as swelling, drainage, and increased redness.Finally, call a doctor if the burn is in a sensitive area such as the face, scalp, hands, joints or genitals.
   • Call the emergency room or go to the nearest emergency room if your child has difficulty breathing or lethargy after a burn.
   • Once you have called for emergency services, you can begin processing while you are waiting for a medical professional to arrive.

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   Let cool water run over the burn. Use cool water, not cold water. Let the water run over the burn for about 15 minutes to cool it down. Do not use ice or apply anything to the burn, except aloe vera gel. Do not break blisters.
   • With large burns, let the child stretch out and lift the burn to a position above the chest. Use a cool washcloth to massage the affected area for 10-20 minutes. Do not immerse body parts in cold water as it may cause shock.
   • Ice will damage the skin. There are some home remedies that are thought to be effective but actually make the wound worse, such as using butter, grease, and powder. You should avoid using them.

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   Apply aloe vera gel to the burn. After washing the burn and before covering it, you can apply aloe vera gel to help the wound heal. If you loosen the bandage, you can apply it several times a day.

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   Dressing. Pat the burn dry. Use a bandage to protect the burn. To prevent the burn from further damage, use a non-stick gauze and a loose bandage around the burn.
   • If you don't have a sterile gauze pad, you can use a clean cloth or towel.

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   Give your child pain relievers. Give your child acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin) at the same dose as an infant or child. Use according to the instructions on the bottle and consult your doctor if your child has never taken the medication before. Do not give ibuprofen to babies under six months old.
   • It can be difficult to tell if a baby is in pain. But obvious signs are the baby crying louder, the sound has a higher pitch, and the baby cries longer than usual. Children sometimes frown, frown, or squeeze their eyes closed. Children may also refuse to eat or sleep at regular intervals.
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Method 2 of 3: Take care of the healing process

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   Wait for the wound to heal. If your child has a first-degree burn with a slight redness and swelling, he or she should heal in about 3-6 days. Blisters and severe pain, signs of second-degree burns, can take about 3 weeks to heal. With a third degree burn that makes the skin turn waxy white, wrinkled, brown or black, it is possible that the child has to have surgery.

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   Ask your doctor about wound care. Doctors usually prescribe custom-made compresses, silicone gels, or custom-made inserts. These therapies do not directly heal the burn, but they help relieve itching and protect the burn from further damage. In addition, they will prevent the child from scratching and can lead to scarring.

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   Help your child relieve pain. Give your child acetaminophen (Tylenol) or ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin) as a baby or infant. Follow the directions on the medicine bottle. If your child has never taken this medication, you should consult your doctor first. Ibuprofen should not be given to infants under six months of age.
   • It can be difficult to tell if a baby is in pain. But obvious signs are the baby crying louder, the sound has a higher pitch, and the baby cries longer than usual. Children sometimes frown, frown, or squeeze their eyes closed. Children may also refuse to eat or sleep at regular intervals.

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   Follow home treatment regimen. If your child has second- and third-degree burns, your doctor may provide you with a home treatment regimen that includes changing bandages, using special ointments or creams, and other therapies. Follow the protocol, call your doctor if you have any questions or concerns, and be sure to bring your child to see your doctor on time.

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   Massage the scar tissue with moisturizer. If your child develops scar tissue, you can treat the scar with a massage. Gently massage the moisturizing lotion onto the scar tissue with a small up and down motion and a small rotation over the scar tissue.
   • Wait until the wound has healed before massaging it. You should do this several times a day for at least a few weeks.
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Method 3 of 3: Prevent future accidents

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   Install smoke alarms. To prevent your child from being exposed to uncontrolled fire, you need to make sure the device is placed all over the house. Installed in hallways, bedrooms, kitchens, living rooms and near fireplaces. Test alarms monthly and change the batteries at least once a year.

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   Do not smoke indoors. To prevent a fire, absolutely avoid smoking indoors. Either you smoke outside, or better yet, don't.

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   Keep the water heater below 49 ° C. Hot water is one of the most common causes of burns in children. Place the water heater below 49 ° C to keep the water at a safe temperature.

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   Do not leave food on the stove unattended. Be careful when using the stove if children are around. Or keep children out of the kitchen and make sure they don't access the stove. Always keep pot handles facing toward the back of the kitchen so that it is difficult for children to reach them.

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   Store flammable objects. Store matches and lighters where children cannot find them or find them. Consider placing it high out of the reach of children or in a locked drawer. Lock bottles of flammable liquids tightly, preferably outdoors and away from heat sources.
   • Lock any chemical bottles tightly or keep out of reach of children.

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   Keep electrical outlets safe. Install outlet covers and discard all household appliances with frayed cords. Avoid using a single power cord for too many electrical equipment. advertisement