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REFA Exit Exam • Set 2 Question 19 of 30

To treat 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

First-degree thermal injuries require immediate cooling with running water to dissipate heat and arrest tissue damage. Applying greasy ointments or ice is strictly contraindicated by maritime medical guides as it traps heat or causes frost damage.

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

First-degree thermal injuries require immediate cooling with running water to dissipate heat and arrest tissue damage. Applying greasy ointments or ice is strictly contraindicated by maritime medical guides as it traps heat or causes frost damage.

Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Refresher Elementary First Aid (REFA).

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