Question

If a person suffers from mild burns, we need to soothe the skin by placing the burned area under ice cold water.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

Mild burns occur after one accidentally touches a hot stove, curling iron, or hair straightener.

Its not severe but skin may become red and painful. There can be mild swelling as well.

The first step in treatment is to immerse the burnt area in tap cold water. Iced water should not be used as it can make the body too cold.