EFA Exit Exam • Set 10 Question 13 of 30
To treat a first degree burn you should:
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Direct Answer
Option D: Apply cool running water until there is little or no remaining pain
Burn care prioritizes cooling with clean, running water, preventing hypothermia, covering with sterile dry/non-stick dressings to minimize infection, and treating for shock.
All Options
A
Apply a good quality burn cream or ointment
B
Clean the area thoroughly with hot soapy water
C
Apply a constricting band between the burn and the heart
D
Apply cool running water until there is little or no remaining pain
(Correct Answer)
Detailed Explanation & Context
Burn care prioritizes cooling with clean, running water, preventing hypothermia, covering with sterile dry/non-stick dressings to minimize infection, and treating for shock.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Elementary First Aid (EFA).
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