Question

There has been an unfortunate incident in the community where a child at home accidentally caused a fire while the parents were out, resulting in minor burns. How should one properly handle burn situations? Are there effective coping measures?

Answer

The treatment principles for burns include the following three steps:

  1. Quickly move away from the heat source, immediately distance yourself from the source causing the injury to prevent further damage, and use dry paper or cloth to absorb moisture from the burn area.
  2. Cool the wound, you can apply lard to the burn surface, which helps prevent heat from seeping into the body, accelerate the recovery process, and is less likely to leave scars.
  3. Seek medical treatment. After initial treatment, if you feel unwell, seek immediate medical attention. During this period, it is recommended to strengthen the child’s care to prevent infection of the burn area.