In case of a minor burn, what is the first action you should take?

Apply ice directly to the burn

Cover it tightly with a bandage

Cool the burn under running water

Ignore it if it seems minor

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C. Cool the burn under running water

Cooling the burn under running water helps reduce pain and prevent further skin damage. Other options can worsen the injury.

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