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The skin is an essential part of our body, and it acts as a     1     against disease, toxins, and the sun’s rays. It also gives us a     2     of touch. However, our skin can sometimes get     3     for some reasons.

Generally speaking, burns, which are caused by hot     4    , fire, radiation and so on, can be divided into three     5    —first-degree, second-degree and third-degree burns, depending on the     6     of skin damage.

All burns need first aid. The cool water can     7     the burning process, and reduce the pain and     8    .     9     any clothes if necessary. But to severe burns, get the     10     to the doctor at once.

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FIRST-AID TREATMENT

1.Place burns under cool running water, especially within the first ten minutes. The cool water stops the burning process and reduces the pain and    1    .
2. Dry the burnt area gently with a clean cloth.
3.Remove any clothes using scissors if necessary, unless you see the    2    sticking to the burnt skin.
4.Cover the burnt area with a loose clean cloth.     3    oil to the injured areas is a bad idea, as it will keep the heat in the wounds and may cause    4    .
5.If burns are on the face, make sure the victim can still breathe.
6. If the victim is suffering from second or third-degree burns, there is an urgent need to take him/her to the hospital at once.