Child Burn Victim Receives Intensive Treatment After Hospital Transfer: Importance of Caution When Working Near Power Grids
On July 3, Dr. Dao Ngoc Viet, Head of the Emergency Department at Tuyen Quang General Hospital, provided an update on a child who was being treated for burns. The child received fluid replacement, anti-shock drugs, pain relievers, and antibiotics and was in serious condition. Following consultation, the doctor decided to transfer the child to Hanoi for intensive burn treatment.
In the event of a high-voltage line, avoid attempting to remove the patient from the wire until the power is turned off. If you’re unsure about the voltage, call emergency services for assistance. When providing first aid, ensure the victim is in a well-ventilated, quiet place. Stand on an insulating object, wear insulated gloves, and do not touch the victim directly. Transfer the victim to a medical facility promptly for further treatment.
Doctors advise caution when working near power grids, especially in rainy and humid weather or in areas with power stations or high-voltage power lines. If someone experiences an electric shock, it’s important to act quickly and effectively to provide necessary assistance by avoiding direct contact with the victim and trying to disconnect the power source by turning off the circuit breaker or unplugging the plug or removing
