Question
If a child accidentally spills hot water on their foot, causing a burn and blisters, how should it be properly handled?
Answer
Firstly, immediately rinse the wound with cold water to reduce further damage to the skin from the heat. Subsequently, apply burn ointment for treatment and increase the intake of vitamin C-rich foods in daily meals, such as seaweed, while reducing the consumption of foods high in colorants, like ginger and soy sauce, to avoid pigment deposition. It is recommended to use Demerol for external application to promote skin growth. Avoid letting the wound come into contact with water until it is completely healed, and stay away from spicy and high-calorie foods. Additionally, increasing the intake of high-protein foods, such as fish soup, shrimp, and eggs, can help with the growth of wound cells and accelerate the healing process.