The case in summary – Burns occur more often on a trip than one might think, according to the Red Cross and the Tourist Association (DNT). – Linn Kristin Menden, who works at DNT, experienced this when her nephew suffered burns from frying fat on a trip. – The incident has led to the fact that Menden now always has cold water on his trip, and the Red Cross has organized courses focusing on burn injuries on behalf of DNT. – The Red Cross encourages people to be prepared and to bring first aid equipment, fire gel, sterile compresses and a bottle of water trip. The summary is made by an AI service from OpenAi. The content is quality assured by news’s journalists before publication. The winter holidays have started in several places in the country, and for many this means that nature is calling. It may not be burns that you are primarily worried about when the family goes on a trip, but according to the Red Cross and Tourist Association (DNT) it happens more often than one might think. Dramatic trip They had been looking forward to it for a long time. Linn Kristin Menden, who herself works at DNT, took both her children and nieces out on a space Christmas trip. Jessie Aaron Waale Menden and her aunt Linn Kristin Menden (DNT). Photo: Nils fridtjof Skumsvoll / news The plan was to sleep under the open sky in Eikedalsmarka near Brunlanes in Larvik. They had found a perfect place for a bonfire, and nephew Jessie Aaron Waale Menden was put in charge of grilling hamburgers for the whole gang. He wanted to test whether it was possible to flip them in the air like you do with pancakes, which turned out to be a very bad idea. Soon after, his face was covered in glowing frying fat from the pan. – It hurt a lot, remembers the nine-year-old. Bonfires are popular for both young and old on a trip. DNT and the Red Cross encourage the tour group to be prepared for things to happen. Photo: Edith Pettersen His aunt experienced it as a very dramatic situation. Alone in the forest with several small children, and far from people. She also didn’t know how badly her nephew had been injured. – Then and there it was just a matter of shopping, and cooling it down as quickly as possible, she remembers. Menden then quickly contacted emergency services on FaceTime, who could see the extent of the damage directly on the screen. The solution was to drag the nephew on a sled to the nearest place where he could be picked up by car. The doctor was thus entitled, who referred him on to a hospital in Skien. Jessie Aaron Waale Menden (9). Photo: Robert Hansen / news Jessie Aaron fortunately received treatment in time, and today the injuries are barely visible anymore. – I have not been afraid to cook, he tells news. This is what you should do if the injury occurs: First aid tips that can limit burns Cool the burned area immediately by holding it under running water for up to 20 minutes. You can also use a tub of water or a sponge. Wet towels work worse because the skin heats them up. The water should be cool, but not too cold. Children should not be cooled down with anything other than lukewarm water. Do not use ice which can further damage the skin. Keep the injured area elevated to prevent swelling. Remove jewelry, rings, and watches that are near the damaged area. Remove clothing from the injured area once it has cooled. However, do not remove clothing that sticks to the skin. If you need to see a doctor, cover the burn after cooling. Thin plastic foil can be placed directly on burned skin and secured with a plaster. Do not use anything that sticks or foams on the burn. Do not apply fat, cream, butter or oil. Painkillers such as paracetamol and ibuprofen can relieve the pain. Do not puncture blisters at home until they burst on their own. This can open the skin to bacteria. A tetanus injection may be necessary for more widespread injuries if it has been more than 5-10 years since the last dose. Always see a doctor if your child has a deep or large burn or if the face, hands, feet or genitals are affected. Small burns, with for example a couple of small blisters, can be treated at home. Home treatment for minor burns After cooling, the affected area should be cleaned carefully with water and mild soap. To prevent infection, apply an antibacterial cream to the affected area. It also prevents the bandage from sticking. The affected area should be covered with a sterile bandage to keep the area clean. There are different types of bandages you can use on minor burns, such as a sterile gas compress. As the burn heals, clean the wound regularly with mild soap and water before reapplying the bandage. It is often recommended to clean the affected area once a day for minor burns, but ask your doctor about this. Source: Helesnorge.no Lærepenge For Linn Kristin Menden, the incident was an important experience to take with her further, not least in her own work. – It is important to always have cold water with you on a trip. Not just for drinking. I learned that that night. Linn Kristin Menden works, among other things, to motivate people to get out for a walk at work at DNT. Photo: Robert Hansen / news This week, the Red Cross organized a course commissioned by DNT, where burns were the main focus. – It can happen anywhere. It could, for example, be hot cocoa or something else you bring with you, she warns. Tor Bjarne Kristiansen, instructor at the Red Cross, agrees. He believes hot drinks are one of the most common causes of burns on a trip. Tor Bjarne Kristiansen holds a course on how to deal with burns. Jessie Aaron Waale The men are watching closely. Photo: Nils Fridtjof Skumsvoll / news – It is important to be prepared for what to do if something happens. We bring a primus, light a fire and enjoy ourselves. Then it can quickly happen that you get damage to the skin, he warns. Kristiansen encourages people to bring first aid equipment, fire gel and sterile compresses to be on the safe side. – And not least a bottle of water. It comes in handy in other ways too.
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