Blisters

Lesson objectives:

• Learn what blisters are.
• Learn how to prevent and treat blisters

1. Introduce: Blisters are pockets of fluid that form as the skin’s way of protecting itself from friction.
2. Discuss: How can you avoid getting a blister?
   1. Wearing shoes or boots that fit well.
   2. Changing your socks if they become sweaty or wet.
   3. Paying attention to how your feet feel. A hot spot is a warning that a blister might be forming.
   4. As soon as you notice a hot spot, cover it with moleskin.
3. Treatment:
   1. If a blister forms, you can protect it with a doughnut bandage. To make one, cut moleskin in the shape of a doughnut, and fit it around the blister.
   2. Shape several more doughnuts, and stack them on top of the first.
   3. Cover with an adhesive bandage.