Basic
I. Initial Assessment
Maintain and protect airway.II. Focused History and Physical Exam
Administer highest concentration of oxygen as tolerated.
Identify contaminant or cause:
Chemical on skin:III. Ongoing Assessment
Remove contaminated clothing.
Flush skin with water for ten (10) minutes, then with soap and water.
If contaminant is dry powder, brush off before washing.Chemical in eyes:
Flood eye(s) with water continuously for at least 20 minutes.
Have patient blink as much as possible.Electrical:
Identify all electrical contact points.
Thermal:
Stop burning process by removing patient or cause.
Remove jewelry and non-adherent clothing from burned areas.
Cover burn area with sterile dressings.