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Burns Degrees of burns: 1st degree -- Skin is red and tender. (As in a sunburn) 2nd degree -- Blisters develop, Never break or open blisters. 3rd degree -- Deep tissue damage. First Aid for 1st and 2nd degree burns: Submerging in cold water (the best thing to do.) Applying a cold pack not ice. Covering with a thick dressing or plastic.Do not use plastic on the face. Afterusing cold water or cold pack, cover the burn area with a thick dry sterile dressing and bandage firmly to exclude air. First Aid for 3rd degree burns: Apply a thick dry sterile dressing and bandage to keep out air. If large area, wrap with clean sheet or towel. Keep burned hands and feet elevated and get medical help immediately. Treat the same as shock victim, giving fluids as indicated and warmth if necessary. First Aid for Chemical burns: Wash chemical away with water. Acid or alkali burns of the eyes: wash eye thoroughly in plain water for 10 to 15 minutes. If the victim is lying down, turn head to side. Hold the lid open and pour from inner corner outward. Have the victim close the eye, place eye pad over lid, bandage and get medical help as soon as possible. Back to the First Aid page.