What treatment is required for a partial thickness burn?
Superficial burns can be treated with topical application of lotions, honey, aloe vera, or antibiotic ointment. Partial-thickness burns should be treated with a topical antimicrobial agent or an absorptive occlusive dressing to help reduce pain, promote healing, and prevent wound desiccation.
What dressing should be used on a partial thickness burn?
Hydrofibers, alginates and foam dressings may be used on superficial partial thickness burns. These products may require fewer dressing changes. In addition, they absorb exudate and keep the wound bed moist. Bacitracin may be used on superficial partial thickness wounds.
Is polysporin good for burns?
A good over-the-counter option for an uncomplicated burn is to use Polysporin or Neosporin ointment, which you can then cover with a non-stick dressing like Telfa pads.
What is the best way to treat a 3rd degree burn?
Third-degree burn:
- Call 911 or go immediately to the nearest hospital.
- Do not remove clothing stuck to the burn.
- Do not soak the burned area in water.
- Cover the burn with a cool clean cloth or bandage.
- Keep the burn raise above the level of the heart.
How are first degree burns treated?
How to treat a first-degree, minor burn
- Cool the burn. Immediately immerse the burn in cool tap water or apply cold, wet compresses.
- Apply petroleum jelly two to three times daily.
- Cover the burn with a nonstick, sterile bandage.
- Consider taking over-the-counter pain medication.
- Protect the area from the sun.
Is Betadine good for burns?
Betadine rapidly kills bacteria commonly responsible for wound and skin infections. For grazes, minor burns and scalds and the treatment of minor skin infections. For the treatment of minor burns, minor scalds, blisters, cuts, scratches, grazes and the prevention of infection.
Should I use Neosporin or Polysporin?
When the skin is open, it is more prone to becoming sensitized to an allergen, so even if the patient wasn’t allergic to neomycin previously, an allergy can develop late in life after prolonged exposure to Neosporin. For this reason, we often recommend Polysporin.
Can Bepanthen be used on burns?
General Use: Clean the wound and surrounding skin and apply liberally to the affected area ensuring the cream completely covers the wound. Application may be repeated if necessary. Minor Burns: Immediately apply cold water for at least 20 minutes prior to applying Bepanthen First Aid Cream.