how to cover a burn that has blistered and broken
Bandaging the burn. 1  If the burned skin or blisters have not broken open, a bandage may not be needed. 2  If the burned skin or blisters have broken open, a bandage is needed. 3  Wrap the burn loosely to avoid putting pressure on the burned skin.  Do not tape a bandage so that it circles a hand, arm, or leg.