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Burns


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  • Do not remove any material stuck to the skin.
  • Cover area of the burn with clean, water moistened dressing.
  • Apply clean water to dressed burn, to cool, as required.
  • Never put any medication on burn unless a doctor directs you to do so.
  • Do not use creams, lotions, butter, etc.

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