Question
A child accidentally knocked over a cup containing boiling water, resulting in large-scale burns on the hands and arms, with redness, swelling, and small blisters, accompanied by severe pain. How should such burn situations be handled?
Answer
In the event of a child being burned by boiling water, the first priority is to quickly take first aid measures. Immediate action should be taken to rinse the wound with running cold water to lower the temperature of the injury and alleviate pain. Subsequently, the child should be rushed to the hospital for professional treatment. At the hospital, medical staff will disinfect the wound with iodine alcohol and apply burn ointment to promote healing. Antifungal medications may also be administered to prevent infection of the wound. During treatment, it is recommended to maintain a light diet, avoid spicy and stimulating foods, and regularly visit for follow-up checks on the wound’s recovery status.