- Break contact with the source of the burn. Extinguish burning clothing as quickly as possible.
- Remove clothing from affected body parts, do not tear off adhered fabric. Remove rings, watches, chains, and bracelets that may act as a tourniquet after swelling develops.
- Cool the affected area (with running water from a shower, immersion in water, or using wet compresses). Do not use direct contact with frozen foods, ice, or snow for cooling.
- Cool as long as possible — it will relieve pain and prevent deepening of burns. Do not apply any powders, ointments, or creams to the burned area.
- Cool burned areas only up to a total extent of 5% of the body surface (equivalent to the size of 5 palms of the burned person). Cooling a larger area may lead to hypothermia.
- Call emergency services (155). Never underestimate the injury and do not delay visiting a doctor.
Buy a charity potholder and support a good cause
By using this kitchen glove, you will protect your hands from burns and you will also support the Burn Medicine Clinic of the Královské Vinohrady University Hospital in Prague. Its mission is the treatment and prevention of burns.