BURNS

Symptoms | When to call | Homecare Advice

WHEN TO CALL YOUR DOCTOR FOR BURNS

Call 911 Now (your child may need an ambulance) If

Large 2nd or 3rd degree burn.
Difficulty breathing with burn to the face.

Call Your Doctor Now (night or day) If

You think your child has a serious burn.
Blister is present. (EXCEPTION: small closed blister less than ½ inch size.)
Eye or eyelid burn.
Center of the burn is white or charred.
Electrical current burn.
Explosion or gun powder caused the burn.
Acid or alkali burn (first aid: flush with tap water for 10 minutes).
Chemical on skin that causes a blister (first aid: flush with tap water for 10 minutes).
House fire burn.
Burn looks infected.

Call Your Doctor Within 24 Hours (between 9am and 4pm) If

You think your child needs to be seen.

Call Your Doctor During Weekday Office Hours If

You have other questions or concerns.

Parent Care at Home If

Mild heat or chemical burn and you don't think your child needs to be seen.

Disclaimer: This information is not intended be a substitute for professional medical advice. It is provided for educational purposes only. You assume full responsibility for how you choose to use this information.

Reviewed 8/2004

Revised 7/2002

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