A person has burned their hand on a hot engine part. What is the correct first step?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: B. Cool it under cool running water
- Step 1: Cooling limits how deep the burn goes. Step 2. Use cool running water, then cover loosely. Answer: Cool it under cool running water. Why not the others: Apply butter or oil to the skin: fats trap heat and raise the infection risk. Press ice directly onto the burn: ice can damage the skin further. Burst any blisters to release the fluid: burst blisters invite infection.
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