Burns: First Aid Treatment and Prevention

Question 1

Which of these does NOT describe a first-degree burn?

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Blisters form

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Red skin

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Hurts to touch

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Area is swollen

Question 2

Which type of burn results from direct contact with heat sources like open flames or hot objects?

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Thermal burn

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Radiation burn

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Chemical burn

Question 3

What should be the initial action when providing first aid for a burn injury?

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Remove the affected individual from the burn source

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Apply cold water to the burned area

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Cover the burn with a bandage

Question 4

What is the primary purpose of elevating a burned area?

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To minimize swelling

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To promote blood circulation

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To prevent infection

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To relieve pain

Question 5

What is the most appropriate method for applying cold water to a burn injury?

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Gently running cold water over the burn

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Soaking the burn in cold water for an extended period

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Applying ice packs directly to the burn

Question 6

What is the first step in treating a minor burn?

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Rinse the burn with cool running water

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Apply ice

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Cover the burn with a bandage

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Give pain medication

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a sign of a severe burn?

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White or waxy skin

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Charred skin

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Blisters larger than a half-dollar

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Intense pain

Question 8

What type of burn is caused by overexposure to the sun?

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Sunburn

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Chemical burn

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Electrical burn

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Thermal burn

Question 9

What is the recommended water temperature for cooling a minor burn?

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Lukewarm water (between 80-90°F)

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Very hot water (above 113°F)

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Cold water (below 59°F)

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Room temperature water (around 72°F)

Question 10

Which type of burn involves redness and pain, without blistering, due to heat exposure?

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First-degree burn

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Second-degree burn

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Third-degree burn

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Sunburn

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a potential complication of severe burns?

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Sunburn

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Infection

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Scarring

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Hypothermia

Question 12

Which type of bandage is most suitable for a non-bleeding burn wound?

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Sterile gauze pad

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Adhesive bandage

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Cloth bandage

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Petroleum jelly gauze

Question 13

What is the appropriate way to cool a burn using water?

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Apply cold water for 1-5 minutes

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Apply warm water for 1-5 minutes

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Apply cold water for 30 minutes or more

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Apply warm water for 30 minutes or more

Question 14

Which of the following substances should NOT be applied to a burn wound?

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Butter

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Aloe Vera

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Antibiotic cream

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Saline solution

Question 15

What is the term for a burn caused by electricity?

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Electrical burn

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Thermal burn

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Chemical burn

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Radiation burn

Question 16

Which of the following is **not** a type of burn?

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Mechanical

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Thermal

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Chemical

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Electrical

Question 17

What is the **first** step in providing first aid for a burn?

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Cool the burn

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Remove clothing from the affected area

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Apply antibiotic cream

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Cover the burn with a bandage

Question 18

What is the purpose of **cooling** a burn?

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To **reduce pain and swelling**

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To stop the burning process

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To prevent infection

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To promote healing

Question 19

Which type of burn is caused by contact with a **hot object**?

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Thermal

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Chemical

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Electrical

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Radiation

Question 20

What should you do if a burn becomes **infected**?

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Clean the wound and apply **antibiotic cream**

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Cover the wound with a bandage

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Take over-the-counter pain medication

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Leave it untreated

Question 21

Which of the following is NOT a cause of thermal burns?

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Chemical reactions

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Contact with hot liquids or objects

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Electrical currents

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Radiation

Question 22

What type of burn is characterized by blistering, redness, and swelling, but does not extend beyond the outermost layer of skin?

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First-degree burn

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Second-degree burn

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Third-degree burn

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Sunburn

Question 23

When should you seek professional medical attention for a burn?

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For all of the above

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For all burns larger than 2 inches

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For burns that are deep and involve multiple layers of skin

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For burns that cause blisters or involve the face

Question 24

Which type of burn requires immediate surgical treatment?

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Third-degree burn

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First-degree burn

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Second-degree burn

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Sunburn

Question 25

What is the most important factor to consider when assessing the severity of a burn?

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Depth of the burn

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Size of the burn

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Location of the burn

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Age of the patient

Question 26

What is the primary function of using a sterile dressing or bandage on a burn wound?

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Prevent infection

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Reduce pain

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Promote healing

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Absorb excess fluid

Question 27

Which of these is NOT a possible complication of severe burns?

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Hypothermia

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Infection

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Scarring

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Amputation

Question 28

Which of the following correctly describes the characteristics of first, second, and third-degree burns?

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First-degree: Redness, pain; Second-degree: Blistering, partial skin loss; Third-degree: White/blackened skin, no pain

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First-degree: Blistering, pain; Second-degree: Redness, partial skin loss; Third-degree: White/blackened skin, no pain

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First-degree: White/blackened skin, no pain; Second-degree: Redness, blistering; Third-degree: Blistering, partial skin loss

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT a type of burn injury?

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Mechanical

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Thermal

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Electrical

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Chemical

Question 30

When providing first aid for a minor burn, which action should you take first?

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Apply ice

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Cover with a bandage

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Elevate the affected area

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Give over-the-counter pain medication

Question 31

Which of the following should NOT be applied to a burn?

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Butter

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Ice

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Petroleum jelly

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Sterile gauze

Question 32

In the initial treatment of a minor burn, what is the first step?

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Run the burned area under cold water for 10-15 minutes.

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Apply ice directly to the affected area.

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Cover the burn with a dressing.

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Elevate the burned area.

Question 33

What is the most common cause of electrical burns?

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Contact with live wires

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Lightning strikes

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Power surges

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Static electricity

Question 34

Statement: Sunscreen can prevent sunburn by blocking UV rays. True or False?

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True

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False

Question 35

How should a burn from hot cooking oil be treated initially?

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Submerge the burn in cold water.

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Apply ice directly to the burn.

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Cover the burn with a cold compress.

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Apply a burn cream.

Question 36

Which symptom is a sign that a burn may be infected and requires immediate medical attention?

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Pus or drainage

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Blisters

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Itching and discomfort

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Redness and swelling

Question 37

Which fluid is recommended for cooling a burn during first aid?

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Cold water

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Ice

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Hot water

Question 38

What type of burn is characterized by redness and blistering, affecting only the outermost layer of skin?

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Superficial

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Partial-thickness

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Full-thickness

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Electrical

Question 39

Which of the following first aid steps is appropriate for a minor superficial burn?

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Run the burn under cool water

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Apply a burn cream

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Pop the blisters

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Cover the burn with a bandage

Question 40

What is the most severe type of burn that affects all layers of the skin and underlying tissues?

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Full-thickness

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Superficial

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Partial-thickness

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Chemical

Question 41

What type of burn is caused by exposure to an electrical current?

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Electrical

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Superficial

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Partial-thickness

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Full-thickness

Question 42

Associate each burn degree with its defining characteristic:

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First-degree - Redness, pain

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Second-degree - Blisters, swelling

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Third-degree - Blackened, no sensation

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Fourth-degree - Muscle damage

Question 43

Which of the following is NOT a type of burn?

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Concussion

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Thermal

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Chemical

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Electrical

Question 44

What is the first step in providing first aid for a minor burn?

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Cool the burn with running water for at least 10 minutes.

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Give the victim pain medication.

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Apply a bandage.

Question 45

Which of the following is a sign of a third-degree burn?

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Charred or blackened skin

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Redness and blisters

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Swelling and pain

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Numbness and tingling

Question 46

What should you do if someone's clothing catches on fire?

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Stop, drop, and roll.

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Run and jump into water.

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Wrap the person in a blanket.

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Use a fire extinguisher to put out the flames.

Question 47

Which of the following is a common cause of electrical burns?

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Using damaged electrical cords or outlets.

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Standing too close to an electrical outlet.

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Touching a light bulb.

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Using an appliance in the bathroom.

Question 48

What is the first step in treating a chemical burn?

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Rinse the affected area with water for at least 15 minutes.

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Neutralize the chemical with an acid or base.

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Apply a topical antibiotic.

Question 49

When treating a minor burn, what is the initial action you should take?

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Cool the burn under running cold water for 10-15 minutes

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Apply a thick layer of cream or lotion to the burn

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Give the person pain medication

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Immediately cover the burn with a bandage

Question 50

When treating a burn, what should you avoid doing?

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Applying ice directly to the burn, as it can cause further tissue damage

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Covering the burn with a clean, loose dressing

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Seeking medical attention for severe burns

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Elevating the burned area to reduce swelling

Question 51

Which of the following indicates that a burn requires immediate medical attention?

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The burn is larger than the size of your hand or involves critical areas like the face, hands, or feet

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The burn is caused by a minor heat source, such as a stovetop

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The burn is red and painful, but there are no blisters or broken skin

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The burn is accompanied by mild swelling and discomfort

Question 52

What is the primary benefit of applying a cold compress to a burn?

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To reduce pain, inflammation, and swelling

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To promote rapid healing

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To prevent scarring

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To disinfect the wound

Question 53

Which of the following is not a common cause of thermal burns?

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Radiation exposure

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Fire

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Hot liquids

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Steam

Question 54

What is the recommended first aid treatment for a chemical burn?

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Flush the affected area with large amounts of clean, running water for at least 15 minutes

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Apply a neutralizing agent, such as baking soda or vinegar

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Cover the burn with a bandage to prevent infection