b'Chapter hapterIn the event of a burn injury:Aim to:Cool the burned area to reduce furthertissue damage and to help relieve pain. The time required to cool a burn is directly related to the severity of the burn.The severity of a burn depends on: the temperature of the source that causes the burn.the duration of exposure to the source.the location of the burn.the extent of the burn.the patients age and medical condition.Most at risk of severe burns are the very young or very old because theirskin is thinner. People with chronic medical conditions, malnutrition, heart and kidney problems are also susceptible to high risk, especially if they are exposed to the burn source for a longer period.Cover the burned area to minimise the risk of infection.The deeper the burn, the higher the risk of infection.Minimise shock process. Shock can be caused by loss of blood or blood plasma. WHAT NOT TO DO:Do not give any alcohol.Do not touch the burn injury.Do not over cool a burn injury.Do not use ice to cool a burn injury.Do not prick or break blistered skin.Do not apply ointment, gel, cream, lotion, butter or powder. Do not attempt to remove any bitumen from the skin or eyes. Do not peel off clothing that may be stuck to the burned skin surface. Do not apply adhesive dressing, cotton wool or a fluffy dressing that maybecome stuck to the wound.Burns and Scalds 117'