A bruise is when the top layer of the skin is not broken, but the blood vessels underneath the skin are. It causes a black or blue mark on the skin. Bruises can happen when you fall against something or bump into something. They often happen when you play. A burn is caused when your skin comes into contact with something hot.
Some burns are very serious.
If the burned area is just slightly pink, you can learn to take care of it yourself. If the skin is very red or has blisters, you will need to get help from an adult. Demonstrate ways to care for minor wounds. How to Care for Scrapes, Bruises and Minor Burns With the transparency and the first aid materials, demonstrate how to care for minor wounds. Students identify care for minor wounds.