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Burns Children burn at much lower temperatures in a shorter amount of time Children are more susceptible: Thinner skin so burn more quickly Immature immune systems Increased risk of fluid loss 20 minutes Cooling First Aid WHY?
Burns Children burn at much lower temperatures in a shorter amount of time
Children are more susceptible: • Thinner skin so burn more quickly • Immature immune systems • Increased risk of fluid loss
20 minutes
Cooling First Aid WHY? Decreases Decreases Prevents fluid Speeds up Lessens risk of depth imbalances healing pain scarring
Thank you Questions? www.cprkids.com.au
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