V10/V7.5/V5/V3.5 Installation and Operation Manual Jul.05.07
General Rules for Treatment for Burns, Bleeding, and Shock
1. After casualty has revived, treat for injuries and shock.
2. Reassure casualty.
3. Try to make him comfortable.
4. Keep him reasonably warm but do not apply heat.
5. If thirsty, liquids may be given but no alcohol (no liquids should be given in cases of severe
burns).
6. Treat burns or wounds. Danger of infection when treating burns or wounds is very great, so
ensure hands are clean and do not handle affected areas more than necessary.
7. Do not apply salves, grease, etc. to burns.
8. Do not remove burned clothing that adheres to the skin or breaks blisters.
9. Cover the burn with a dry sterile dressing, piece of sheeting, etc.
10. Bandage lightly over blisters; care must be taken to cover and not to break the blisters.
11. If severe bleeding of wound, elevate affected area, except in the case of a fracture.
12. Expose wound and apply pressure.
13. Apply dressing, pad and bandage.
14. For burns and bleeding, immobilize injured part using splints, if necessary, and keep
patient in restful position during removal to hospital or expert medical attention.
15. In all cases, send for medical aid immediately.
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