How to Prevent Infection in Children with Burns

Question

What measures should be taken at the initial stage of a burn to prevent infection?

Answer

When a child sustains a burn, the wound may still have residual heat. We need to immediately place the burned area under running water for rinsing or soak it in cold water to reduce the likelihood of swelling and blistering. Then, cover the wound loosely with a clean, lint-free cloth, wrapping it around once but not tightly wrapping the skin, allowing some space for the skin to come into contact with air. This type of wrapping helps prevent the occurrence of infection.