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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?


  1. Burns Children burn at much lower temperatures in a shorter amount of time

  2. Children are more susceptible: • Thinner skin so burn more quickly • Immature immune systems • Increased risk of fluid loss

  3. 20 minutes

  4. Cooling First Aid WHY? Decreases Decreases Prevents fluid Speeds up Lessens risk of depth imbalances healing pain scarring

  5. Thank you Questions? www.cprkids.com.au

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