Question

As the first step towards helping the burn victims, you need to try to peel away the clothes stuck to the burnt areas.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B

False

To treat a burn, follow the first aid advice below:

• Immediately get the person away from the heat source to stop the burning.
• Cool the burn with cool or lukewarm running water for 20 minutes – don't use ice, iced water, or any creams or greasy substances such as butter.

But don't peel away the clothes stuck to the burnt skin. Peeling away the clothes stuck to the burnt areas will worsen the situation. The skin might peel away with the clothes if it is not done with proper care.