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What is the first-aid for partial thickness burn?

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What is the first-aid for partial thickness burn?

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For burns with blister: Remove jewelry or tight clothing from the burned area before the skin begins to swell. Do not remove clothing if it is stuck to the burn. Do not break closed blisters. This increases the risk of infection. Flush the burned area with large amounts of cool running water. Clean it with mild soap and water to prevent infection. Use a simple skin lubricant, such as aloe vera cream, to soothe the skin. Take painkillers, such as acetaminophen, to relieve pain and swelling. Put clean non-stick bandage to protect the burned area from dirt and more injury. For burns caused by a chemical: Remove clothing or jewelry on which the chemical has spilled right away. Flush liquid chemicals from the skin completely with large amounts of cool running water. Avoid splashing the chemical into your eyes. Brush dry chemicals off the skin if large amounts of water are not available. Small amounts of water will activate some chemicals, such as lime, and cause more damage. Be careful not

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