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Sunday, January 2, 2011

First Aid for Firecracker Injuries

Slight burn or  first degree burn should be cleaned immediately. put the affected part under a running water or soak in iced water before drying and applying a closed dressing or gauze.
If the wound is bleeding, apply a direct pressure and elevate the affected area to stop bleeding.

In case of poisoning due to firecracker ingestion, let the victim eat 5 raw eggs to coat the gastrointestinal tract to prevent chemical from sticking to the stomach.

For burns caused by phosphorous, the wound should be wiped first before they are placed under running water.
After the first aid or if the injury is severe bring the victim to the nearest hospital for proper care and treatments.

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