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Electrical Injury Home Care
Home care for burns caused by an electrical injury includes:
  • Apply cold compresses.
  • Drink plenty of liquids.
  • Do not puncture a blister. This increases the risk of infection.
  • Care for a wound or ruptured blister:
    • Clean the skin gently with soap and water.
    • Apply antibiotic ointment.
    • Apply a protective bandage over the blister.
  • Apply a sterile dressing over any blistered skin.
  • Take prescribed medications as directed.
  • Acetaminophen for pain Images
  • Ibuprofen for pain Images
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Last Updated: Apr 17, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD
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