Do's and Don'ts

• DO NOT apply ointment, butter, ice, medications, fluffy cotton dressing, adhesive bandages, cream, oil spray, or any household remedy to a burn. This can interfere with proper healing.
• DO NOT allow the burn to become contaminated. Avoid breathing or Coughing on the burn.
• DO NOT disturb blistered or dead skin.
• DO NOT give the victim anything by mouth, if there is a severe burn.
• DO NOT apply cold compresses and do not immerse a severe burn in cold water. This can cause shock.
• DO NOT place a pillow under the victim's head if there is an airway burn and he or she is lying down. This can close the airway.