Burn injuries can result from heat, cold, chemicals, electricity or radiation. They cause tissue damage and systemic effects. The document defines burn injury and discusses the epidemiology, classifications, etiology, pathophysiology and local/systemic responses to burns. It notes that burn incidence is approximately 1% worldwide each year, with higher rates in children under 5 from scalds and adults from flames. Extensive burns often lead to high morbidity and mortality.
Burn injuries can result from heat, cold, chemicals, electricity or radiation. They cause skin and tissue damage through coagulation necrosis. Globally, about 1% of the population sustains burns annually. In the US, over 2 million burn injuries are reported each year. Burns significantly increase morbidity and mortality. Younger children commonly experience scalds while flames cause most adult burns. Burn depth, extent, mechanism and presence of inhalation injury are important factors in classification and prognosis. Both local and systemic inflammatory responses can result from severe burns.
Burn injuries are caused by thermal, chemical, electrical, or radiation sources and result in tissue damage. Thermal burns are caused by flame, hot liquids, steam, or explosions and can range from superficial to full thickness. Chemical burns destroy tissue through strong acids or alkalies. Electrical burns generate intense heat from passing electrical energy. Radiation burns result from exposure to radioactive sources. Burn severity is determined by depth, size, location, and patient factors. Treatment involves wound care, pain management, infection prevention, and rehabilitation.
Burns are caused by direct contact with or exposure to thermal, chemical, electrical or radiation sources. The document discusses the classification, pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of burns. It covers the different types of burns according to etiology, depth and severity. Assessment methods like the Rule of Nine and Palm Method are also described. Common signs include pain, fluid loss, edema, respiratory issues and potential psychological impacts.
This document discusses burn management and provides details on epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, and emergency care for burns. It is divided into multiple sections:
1) Epidemiology in Egypt - Domestic burns account for 75% of injuries. Females experience more scald burns at home while males experience more electric and flame burns outdoors.
2) Etiology and types - Common causes are scalds, flames, flashes, and electrical burns. Water temperature and contact time determine scald depth.
3) Emergency management - Airway protection, oxygen supplementation, fluid resuscitation based on burn size, and wound assessment and cooling (if small burn) are priorities in the emergency setting.
The document provides information on the management of burns, including definitions, epidemiology, classification, assessment, and treatment approaches. It describes the pathophysiology of burns and potential complications. Management involves initial first aid including cooling, fluid resuscitation proportional to burn size, regular monitoring of urine output and electrolytes, and treatment of complications as needed. Inhalational injury requires special attention and evaluation including possible bronchoscopy.
This document discusses modern burn care, which is divided into 4 phases:
1) Initial evaluation and resuscitation on days 1-3 involving accurate fluid resuscitation and evaluation of other injuries.
2) Initial wound excision and closure using staged operations to change the natural history of the disease during the first few days.
3) Definitive wound closure replacing temporary covers with permanent ones, and reconstruction of complex areas like the face and hands.
4) Rehabilitation, reconstruction and reintegration beginning during resuscitation but becoming more involved later in the hospital stay.
This document provides an overview of physiotherapy for burn patients. It discusses the types, causes, and classifications of burns including superficial, partial thickness, and full thickness burns. It also covers burn wound zones, complications of burns like infection and metabolic issues, and the general management of burns including first aid, hospital referral, early hospital management, and fluid replacement. The goal of physiotherapy is to prevent contractures and aid in rehabilitation.
1) Burns can result from direct contact with flames, hot liquids, gases, chemicals, electricity, or radiation. They cause tissue injuries by denaturing proteins.
2) Burn injuries affect the skin, which acts as a protective barrier and regulates temperature and fluid balance. Deeper burns extend beyond the epidermis into the dermis.
3) Proper evaluation and treatment of burn injuries requires assessing burn depth, size, inhalation injury, and associated complications affecting various organ systems. Early fluid resuscitation is critical.
Burn injuries can result from heat, cold, chemicals, electricity or radiation. They cause skin and tissue damage through coagulation necrosis. Globally, about 1% of the population sustains burns annually. In the US, over 2 million burn injuries are reported each year. Burns significantly increase morbidity and mortality. Younger children commonly experience scalds while flames cause most adult burns. Burn depth, extent, mechanism and presence of inhalation injury are important factors in classification and prognosis. Both local and systemic inflammatory responses can result from severe burns.
Burn injuries are caused by thermal, chemical, electrical, or radiation sources and result in tissue damage. Thermal burns are caused by flame, hot liquids, steam, or explosions and can range from superficial to full thickness. Chemical burns destroy tissue through strong acids or alkalies. Electrical burns generate intense heat from passing electrical energy. Radiation burns result from exposure to radioactive sources. Burn severity is determined by depth, size, location, and patient factors. Treatment involves wound care, pain management, infection prevention, and rehabilitation.
Burns are caused by direct contact with or exposure to thermal, chemical, electrical or radiation sources. The document discusses the classification, pathophysiology and clinical manifestations of burns. It covers the different types of burns according to etiology, depth and severity. Assessment methods like the Rule of Nine and Palm Method are also described. Common signs include pain, fluid loss, edema, respiratory issues and potential psychological impacts.
This document discusses burn management and provides details on epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, and emergency care for burns. It is divided into multiple sections:
1) Epidemiology in Egypt - Domestic burns account for 75% of injuries. Females experience more scald burns at home while males experience more electric and flame burns outdoors.
2) Etiology and types - Common causes are scalds, flames, flashes, and electrical burns. Water temperature and contact time determine scald depth.
3) Emergency management - Airway protection, oxygen supplementation, fluid resuscitation based on burn size, and wound assessment and cooling (if small burn) are priorities in the emergency setting.
The document provides information on the management of burns, including definitions, epidemiology, classification, assessment, and treatment approaches. It describes the pathophysiology of burns and potential complications. Management involves initial first aid including cooling, fluid resuscitation proportional to burn size, regular monitoring of urine output and electrolytes, and treatment of complications as needed. Inhalational injury requires special attention and evaluation including possible bronchoscopy.
This document discusses modern burn care, which is divided into 4 phases:
1) Initial evaluation and resuscitation on days 1-3 involving accurate fluid resuscitation and evaluation of other injuries.
2) Initial wound excision and closure using staged operations to change the natural history of the disease during the first few days.
3) Definitive wound closure replacing temporary covers with permanent ones, and reconstruction of complex areas like the face and hands.
4) Rehabilitation, reconstruction and reintegration beginning during resuscitation but becoming more involved later in the hospital stay.
This document provides an overview of physiotherapy for burn patients. It discusses the types, causes, and classifications of burns including superficial, partial thickness, and full thickness burns. It also covers burn wound zones, complications of burns like infection and metabolic issues, and the general management of burns including first aid, hospital referral, early hospital management, and fluid replacement. The goal of physiotherapy is to prevent contractures and aid in rehabilitation.
1) Burns can result from direct contact with flames, hot liquids, gases, chemicals, electricity, or radiation. They cause tissue injuries by denaturing proteins.
2) Burn injuries affect the skin, which acts as a protective barrier and regulates temperature and fluid balance. Deeper burns extend beyond the epidermis into the dermis.
3) Proper evaluation and treatment of burn injuries requires assessing burn depth, size, inhalation injury, and associated complications affecting various organ systems. Early fluid resuscitation is critical.
The document discusses burns, including definitions, causes, classifications, assessment, and management. Burns are injuries caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, or radiation. They can range from superficial to full thickness. Assessment involves determining burn severity and extent using methods like the Rule of Nine. Management consists of three phases - emergent, acute, and rehabilitation. The emergent phase focuses on fluid resuscitation to prevent shock based on established formulas.
This document provides information about burns, including:
- Definitions and classifications of burn depth and severity. Major causes of burns include scalds, flames, electricity, chemicals and cold.
- Risk factors like age, comorbidities, and socioeconomic factors that influence burn risks.
- High burn mortality rates in Southeast Asia, with over 300,000 burn patients annually in Bangladesh.
- Guidelines for burn management including first aid, fluid resuscitation calculated using the Rule of Nines, and treatment depending on severity.
Burns can be caused by heat, cold, electricity, chemicals, friction or radiation. They are classified by depth and extent of the burn. First degree burns affect the outer layer of skin while fourth degree burns damage deeper tissues. Burn management involves three phases - emergent, acute, and rehabilitative care. The emergent phase focuses on assessment, wound care, and fluid resuscitation. The acute phase emphasizes infection prevention, wound grafting, pain management, and exercise. Rehabilitation aims to minimize scarring and functional loss through exercise, pressure garments, and psychological support.
Classification, Principles, assessment and management of burnalazarbekele47
The document provides an outline for principles of management of burn injuries. It begins with defining burns and discussing the epidemiology, types, classification, and pathophysiology of burns. It then covers assessment of burn wounds including depth and percentage of total body surface area burned. The document outlines primary survey and management of burns which includes airway management, as inhalation injuries often accompany severe burns. It discusses indications for hospitalization and monitoring of burn patients.
evaluation and management of patient presenting with Burn.pptxNatnael21
This document provides an overview of burns, including:
1) Classifications based on causative agents (thermal, chemical, electrical, radiation) and depth of injury (superficial, partial thickness, full thickness).
2) Pathophysiology of local responses at burn site and systemic responses involving shock, metabolic changes, and immune/organ dysfunction.
3) Assessment methods for determining total body surface area of burns, such as the Wallace Rule of Nines and Berkow formula for children.
This document summarizes the epidemiology, causes, management, and pathophysiology of thermal burn injuries. Some key points:
- Thermal burns are a major cause of death and disability worldwide, especially in those under 40. The average burn patient is 24 years old with 19% total body surface area burned.
- Most burns are preventable and caused by carelessness, while others result from smoking, alcohol, hot substances (2/3 of cases), and fire/flame (1/4 of cases). Major determinants of mortality include organ failure, infection, burn extent, and age/sex.
- Initial burn management focuses on stabilizing respiration, fluid resuscitation, and infection prevention
This document discusses the pathophysiology and management of burn patients. It covers:
1) Major burns cause massive tissue destruction and inflammatory response, leading to burn shock from fluid shifts and systemic effects if >20% TBSA.
2) Burns trigger a hypermetabolic response for weeks, with increased cardiac work and protein catabolism impairing healing.
3) Resuscitation follows the Parkland formula to replace fluid losses. Fluid management aims to maintain urine output and prevent organ dysfunction.
This document discusses burns, including their classification, pathophysiology, management, and special considerations for inhalation injuries and airway management. Some key points include:
- Burns are classified by depth and total body surface area affected. Deep second and third-degree burns require grafting or flaps for healing.
- Burns cause local tissue damage and systemic inflammatory responses impacting circulation, immunity, metabolism, and other organ systems.
- Initial management focuses on airway protection, fluid resuscitation, pain control and wound care. Admission criteria include burns over 15% of total body surface area or those involving special areas.
- Inhalation injuries are suspected with certain histories and symptoms and require early intubation
This document provides an overview of different types of burns, including definitions, causes, severity classifications, and treatment approaches. It discusses thermal burns from flame, scald, or hot gases; electrical burns; chemical burns; and radiation burns. It describes the degrees of burns from superficial to full thickness. Treatment depends on the depth and extent of the burn, with fluid resuscitation, wound care, skin grafting, or other approaches used. Inhalation injuries from smoke inhalation are also addressed.
This document provides an overview of environmental emergencies, including thermal injuries, burns, electrical injuries, hypothermia, frostbite, and heat-related illness. It discusses the epidemiology, presentation, assessment, treatment, and management of these conditions. Key points include that burns can be classified based on depth and size, inhalation injury increases mortality, and fluid resuscitation follows the Parkland formula. Hypothermia ranges from mild to severe based on core temperature, with cardiovascular and neurological impacts. Rewarming techniques include passive external rewarming and active external or internal rewarming depending on severity.
Burns in Surgery - Causes and ManagementSteven Akach
Airway patency should be assessed and maintained. Supplemental oxygen should be administered. Intubation may be required for airway protection or respiratory failure. Monitor for signs of inhalation injury like hoarseness, singed facial hair, carbonaceous sputum. Consider bronchoscopy to assess airway injury.
This document discusses different types of burns including thermal, chemical, electrical, and cold burns. It describes the pathophysiology of burns and inhalation injuries. Burn depth is classified as superficial, partial thickness, or full thickness. Burn management involves fluid resuscitation, airway management, infection prevention, wound care including debridement and grafting, nutrition support, and rehabilitation. Complications can include hypovolemic shock, respiratory issues, infections, and scarring/contractures. The goals are to restore fluid and electrolyte balance, support healing, and help patients resume normal activities and lifestyle.
1. Burns are injuries caused by heat, cold, electricity, chemicals, friction or radiation that damage the skin and other tissues. Most burns are caused by hot liquids, solids or fire.
2. Burns are classified by depth and extent of injury. Depth is classified as partial thickness or full thickness burns. Extent looks at the total body surface area affected.
3. Management of burns involves addressing the patient's hypovolemic state, wound care, infection control and rehabilitation to address scarring and mobility issues. Complications can be both early like fluid shifts and infections or late with scarring and contractures.
This document provides an overview of burn management, including the pathophysiology and systemic effects of major burns involving over 20% of total body surface area. Major burns can cause fluid shifts, hemodynamic changes, increased metabolic demands, renal issues, pulmonary impacts, hematological changes, immunological effects, and gastrointestinal problems. The severity of burns is determined by depth, extent of total body surface area affected, age, location on the body, medical history, and presence of inhalation injury. Patients with over 10% TBSA burns, young children, and those with full thickness or circumferential burns often require hospitalization.
Burns are injuries caused by heat, chemicals, electricity or radiation that damage skin tissue. They are commonly caused by scalding liquids, fires, chemicals or sun exposure. Burns are classified based on depth of tissue damage as first, second or third degree. Complications include infection, fluid loss, hypothermia, breathing problems, scarring and contractures. Burn rehabilitation focuses on exercises, gait training, stretching and positioning to prevent contractures and maintain range of motion. Splints and prosthetics are also used to manage limb complications from burns.
This document provides information on the pathophysiology and treatment of burns. It discusses the local and systemic effects of burns including cardiovascular, renal, pulmonary, gastrointestinal and immune responses. It describes methods of assessing burn severity including depth of burn and percentage of total body surface area burned. Treatment involves fluid resuscitation according to the Parkland formula, wound care, infection control, nutrition and management of complications like multiorgan failure.
Burn injuries can cause significant harm and even death. The document discusses the incidence, causes, classification, effects and nursing management of burns. It notes that burns are commonly caused by hot liquids or objects and affect the skin and underlying tissues. Nursing management involves addressing the patient's needs in the emergent, acute and rehabilitation phases, as burns can lead to complications affecting many body systems like the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems.
This document discusses the nursing management of patients with burns. It covers the incidence, causes, classification, effects and complications of burns. It also outlines the nursing management in the emergent/acute phase, which focuses on controlling the airway, breathing, circulation, disability and environment. Complications during rehabilitation are also discussed.
This document provides a summary of a full thickness third degree burn. It begins with an overview of burn injuries and classifications. It then describes the pathophysiology of a full thickness third degree burn, which destroys the epidermal and dermal layers of skin. Treatment includes wound care, pain management, antibiotics, and skin grafts. Nursing care focuses on preventing infection and maintaining skin integrity. The document ends with a personal story from the perspective of a nursing student who suffered a full thickness burn injury in a car accident, describing her physical and emotional struggles.
The document discusses burns, including definitions, causes, classifications, assessment, and management. Burns are injuries caused by heat, chemicals, electricity, or radiation. They can range from superficial to full thickness. Assessment involves determining burn severity and extent using methods like the Rule of Nine. Management consists of three phases - emergent, acute, and rehabilitation. The emergent phase focuses on fluid resuscitation to prevent shock based on established formulas.
This document provides information about burns, including:
- Definitions and classifications of burn depth and severity. Major causes of burns include scalds, flames, electricity, chemicals and cold.
- Risk factors like age, comorbidities, and socioeconomic factors that influence burn risks.
- High burn mortality rates in Southeast Asia, with over 300,000 burn patients annually in Bangladesh.
- Guidelines for burn management including first aid, fluid resuscitation calculated using the Rule of Nines, and treatment depending on severity.
Burns can be caused by heat, cold, electricity, chemicals, friction or radiation. They are classified by depth and extent of the burn. First degree burns affect the outer layer of skin while fourth degree burns damage deeper tissues. Burn management involves three phases - emergent, acute, and rehabilitative care. The emergent phase focuses on assessment, wound care, and fluid resuscitation. The acute phase emphasizes infection prevention, wound grafting, pain management, and exercise. Rehabilitation aims to minimize scarring and functional loss through exercise, pressure garments, and psychological support.
Classification, Principles, assessment and management of burnalazarbekele47
The document provides an outline for principles of management of burn injuries. It begins with defining burns and discussing the epidemiology, types, classification, and pathophysiology of burns. It then covers assessment of burn wounds including depth and percentage of total body surface area burned. The document outlines primary survey and management of burns which includes airway management, as inhalation injuries often accompany severe burns. It discusses indications for hospitalization and monitoring of burn patients.
evaluation and management of patient presenting with Burn.pptxNatnael21
This document provides an overview of burns, including:
1) Classifications based on causative agents (thermal, chemical, electrical, radiation) and depth of injury (superficial, partial thickness, full thickness).
2) Pathophysiology of local responses at burn site and systemic responses involving shock, metabolic changes, and immune/organ dysfunction.
3) Assessment methods for determining total body surface area of burns, such as the Wallace Rule of Nines and Berkow formula for children.
This document summarizes the epidemiology, causes, management, and pathophysiology of thermal burn injuries. Some key points:
- Thermal burns are a major cause of death and disability worldwide, especially in those under 40. The average burn patient is 24 years old with 19% total body surface area burned.
- Most burns are preventable and caused by carelessness, while others result from smoking, alcohol, hot substances (2/3 of cases), and fire/flame (1/4 of cases). Major determinants of mortality include organ failure, infection, burn extent, and age/sex.
- Initial burn management focuses on stabilizing respiration, fluid resuscitation, and infection prevention
This document discusses the pathophysiology and management of burn patients. It covers:
1) Major burns cause massive tissue destruction and inflammatory response, leading to burn shock from fluid shifts and systemic effects if >20% TBSA.
2) Burns trigger a hypermetabolic response for weeks, with increased cardiac work and protein catabolism impairing healing.
3) Resuscitation follows the Parkland formula to replace fluid losses. Fluid management aims to maintain urine output and prevent organ dysfunction.
This document discusses burns, including their classification, pathophysiology, management, and special considerations for inhalation injuries and airway management. Some key points include:
- Burns are classified by depth and total body surface area affected. Deep second and third-degree burns require grafting or flaps for healing.
- Burns cause local tissue damage and systemic inflammatory responses impacting circulation, immunity, metabolism, and other organ systems.
- Initial management focuses on airway protection, fluid resuscitation, pain control and wound care. Admission criteria include burns over 15% of total body surface area or those involving special areas.
- Inhalation injuries are suspected with certain histories and symptoms and require early intubation
This document provides an overview of different types of burns, including definitions, causes, severity classifications, and treatment approaches. It discusses thermal burns from flame, scald, or hot gases; electrical burns; chemical burns; and radiation burns. It describes the degrees of burns from superficial to full thickness. Treatment depends on the depth and extent of the burn, with fluid resuscitation, wound care, skin grafting, or other approaches used. Inhalation injuries from smoke inhalation are also addressed.
This document provides an overview of environmental emergencies, including thermal injuries, burns, electrical injuries, hypothermia, frostbite, and heat-related illness. It discusses the epidemiology, presentation, assessment, treatment, and management of these conditions. Key points include that burns can be classified based on depth and size, inhalation injury increases mortality, and fluid resuscitation follows the Parkland formula. Hypothermia ranges from mild to severe based on core temperature, with cardiovascular and neurological impacts. Rewarming techniques include passive external rewarming and active external or internal rewarming depending on severity.
Burns in Surgery - Causes and ManagementSteven Akach
Airway patency should be assessed and maintained. Supplemental oxygen should be administered. Intubation may be required for airway protection or respiratory failure. Monitor for signs of inhalation injury like hoarseness, singed facial hair, carbonaceous sputum. Consider bronchoscopy to assess airway injury.
This document discusses different types of burns including thermal, chemical, electrical, and cold burns. It describes the pathophysiology of burns and inhalation injuries. Burn depth is classified as superficial, partial thickness, or full thickness. Burn management involves fluid resuscitation, airway management, infection prevention, wound care including debridement and grafting, nutrition support, and rehabilitation. Complications can include hypovolemic shock, respiratory issues, infections, and scarring/contractures. The goals are to restore fluid and electrolyte balance, support healing, and help patients resume normal activities and lifestyle.
1. Burns are injuries caused by heat, cold, electricity, chemicals, friction or radiation that damage the skin and other tissues. Most burns are caused by hot liquids, solids or fire.
2. Burns are classified by depth and extent of injury. Depth is classified as partial thickness or full thickness burns. Extent looks at the total body surface area affected.
3. Management of burns involves addressing the patient's hypovolemic state, wound care, infection control and rehabilitation to address scarring and mobility issues. Complications can be both early like fluid shifts and infections or late with scarring and contractures.
This document provides an overview of burn management, including the pathophysiology and systemic effects of major burns involving over 20% of total body surface area. Major burns can cause fluid shifts, hemodynamic changes, increased metabolic demands, renal issues, pulmonary impacts, hematological changes, immunological effects, and gastrointestinal problems. The severity of burns is determined by depth, extent of total body surface area affected, age, location on the body, medical history, and presence of inhalation injury. Patients with over 10% TBSA burns, young children, and those with full thickness or circumferential burns often require hospitalization.
Burns are injuries caused by heat, chemicals, electricity or radiation that damage skin tissue. They are commonly caused by scalding liquids, fires, chemicals or sun exposure. Burns are classified based on depth of tissue damage as first, second or third degree. Complications include infection, fluid loss, hypothermia, breathing problems, scarring and contractures. Burn rehabilitation focuses on exercises, gait training, stretching and positioning to prevent contractures and maintain range of motion. Splints and prosthetics are also used to manage limb complications from burns.
This document provides information on the pathophysiology and treatment of burns. It discusses the local and systemic effects of burns including cardiovascular, renal, pulmonary, gastrointestinal and immune responses. It describes methods of assessing burn severity including depth of burn and percentage of total body surface area burned. Treatment involves fluid resuscitation according to the Parkland formula, wound care, infection control, nutrition and management of complications like multiorgan failure.
Burn injuries can cause significant harm and even death. The document discusses the incidence, causes, classification, effects and nursing management of burns. It notes that burns are commonly caused by hot liquids or objects and affect the skin and underlying tissues. Nursing management involves addressing the patient's needs in the emergent, acute and rehabilitation phases, as burns can lead to complications affecting many body systems like the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems.
This document discusses the nursing management of patients with burns. It covers the incidence, causes, classification, effects and complications of burns. It also outlines the nursing management in the emergent/acute phase, which focuses on controlling the airway, breathing, circulation, disability and environment. Complications during rehabilitation are also discussed.
This document provides a summary of a full thickness third degree burn. It begins with an overview of burn injuries and classifications. It then describes the pathophysiology of a full thickness third degree burn, which destroys the epidermal and dermal layers of skin. Treatment includes wound care, pain management, antibiotics, and skin grafts. Nursing care focuses on preventing infection and maintaining skin integrity. The document ends with a personal story from the perspective of a nursing student who suffered a full thickness burn injury in a car accident, describing her physical and emotional struggles.
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Breast cancer screening aims to detect breast cancer early through methods like breast self-exams, clinical exams, and mammography. Some key points covered in the document include:
- Breast cancer occurs when abnormal breast cells grow out of control and can spread to nearby tissues or distant sites if left untreated.
- Risk factors for breast cancer include being female, increasing age, family history, early menarche, late first pregnancy.
- Screening goals are to find cancer early before symptoms occur when it may be more easily treated and cured.
- Screening methods discussed are breast self-exam to inspect for changes each month, clinical exam by a provider, and mammography to detect cancers too
This document provides an overview of the evaluation and management of abdominal injuries. It discusses the important differences between penetrating and blunt trauma, key CT findings, and general principles of care. Damage control surgery techniques are described that aim to rapidly control bleeding and limit gastrointestinal spillage to break the lethal triad of hypothermia, acidosis, and coagulopathy in critically injured patients. Post-operative intensive care is focused on resuscitation and monitoring for abdominal compartment syndrome.
A spinal cord injury can result in permanent impairment if not properly diagnosed and managed. The document defines spinal cord injury and discusses epidemiology, anatomy, pathophysiology, and management. It describes the structure and blood supply of the spine, classification systems for fractures, and associated conditions like spinal and neurogenic shock. Key tracts and myotomes are also outlined.
The perineum is the diamond-shaped area between the thighs that is divided into two triangles by an imaginary line between the ischial tuberosities. The anal triangle posteriorly contains the anal canal and anus. The urogenital triangle anteriorly contains the urethra and external genitalia. The perineum is bounded anteriorly by the pubic symphysis and posteriorly by the tip of the coccyx.
CHAPTER 1 SEMESTER V COMMUNICATION TECHNIQUES FOR CHILDREN.pdfSachin Sharma
Here are some key objectives of communication with children:
Build Trust and Security:
Establish a safe and supportive environment where children feel comfortable expressing themselves.
Encourage Expression:
Enable children to articulate their thoughts, feelings, and experiences.
Promote Emotional Understanding:
Help children identify and understand their own emotions and the emotions of others.
Enhance Listening Skills:
Develop children’s ability to listen attentively and respond appropriately.
Foster Positive Relationships:
Strengthen the bond between children and caregivers, peers, and other adults.
Support Learning and Development:
Aid cognitive and language development through engaging and meaningful conversations.
Teach Social Skills:
Encourage polite, respectful, and empathetic interactions with others.
Resolve Conflicts:
Provide tools and guidance for children to handle disagreements constructively.
Encourage Independence:
Support children in making decisions and solving problems on their own.
Provide Reassurance and Comfort:
Offer comfort and understanding during times of distress or uncertainty.
Reinforce Positive Behavior:
Acknowledge and encourage positive actions and behaviors.
Guide and Educate:
Offer clear instructions and explanations to help children understand expectations and learn new concepts.
By focusing on these objectives, communication with children can be both effective and nurturing, supporting their overall growth and well-being.
The story of Dr. Ranjit Jagtap's daughters is more than a tale of inherited responsibility; it's a narrative of passion, innovation, and unwavering commitment to a cause greater than oneself. In Poulami and Aditi Jagtap, we see the beautiful continuum of a father's dream and the limitless potential of compassion-driven healthcare.
Mental Health and well-being Presentation. Exploring innovative approaches and strategies for enhancing mental well-being. Discover cutting-edge research, effective strategies, and practical methods for fostering mental well-being.
Hypertension and it's role of physiotherapy in it.Vishal kr Thakur
This particular slides consist of- what is hypertension,what are it's causes and it's effect on body, risk factors, symptoms,complications, diagnosis and role of physiotherapy in it.
This slide is very helpful for physiotherapy students and also for other medical and healthcare students.
Here is summary of hypertension -
Hypertension, also known as high blood pressure, is a serious medical condition that occurs when blood pressure in the body's arteries is consistently too high. Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing against the walls of blood vessels as the heart pumps it. Hypertension can increase the risk of heart disease, brain disease, kidney disease, and premature death.
Health Tech Market Intelligence Prelim Questions -Gokul Rangarajan
The Ultimate Guide to Setting up Market Research in Health Tech part -1
How to effectively start market research in the health tech industry by defining objectives, crafting problem statements, selecting methods, identifying data collection sources, and setting clear timelines. This guide covers all the preliminary steps needed to lay a strong foundation for your research.
This lays foundation of scoping research project what are the
Before embarking on a research project, especially one aimed at scoping and defining parameters like the one described for health tech IT, several crucial considerations should be addressed. Here’s a comprehensive guide covering key aspects to ensure a well-structured and successful research initiative:
1. Define Research Objectives and Scope
Clear Objectives: Define specific goals such as understanding market needs, identifying new opportunities, assessing risks, or refining pricing strategies.
Scope Definition: Clearly outline the boundaries of the research in terms of geographical focus, target demographics (e.g., age, socio-economic status), and industry sectors (e.g., healthcare IT).
3. Review Existing Literature and Resources
Literature Review: Conduct a thorough review of existing research, market reports, and relevant literature to build foundational knowledge.
Gap Analysis: Identify gaps in existing knowledge or areas where further exploration is needed.
4. Select Research Methodology and Tools
Methodological Approach: Choose appropriate research methods such as surveys, interviews, focus groups, or data analytics.
Tools and Resources: Select tools like Google Forms for surveys, analytics platforms (e.g., SimilarWeb, Statista), and expert consultations.
5. Ethical Considerations and Compliance
Ethical Approval: Ensure compliance with ethical guidelines for research involving human subjects.
Data Privacy: Implement measures to protect participant confidentiality and adhere to data protection regulations (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA).
6. Budget and Resource Allocation
Resource Planning: Allocate resources including time, budget, and personnel required for each phase of the research.
Contingency Planning: Anticipate and plan for unforeseen challenges or adjustments to the research plan.
7. Develop Research Instruments
Survey Design: Create well-structured surveys using tools like Google Forms to gather quantitative data.
Interview and Focus Group Guides: Prepare detailed scripts and discussion points for qualitative data collection.
8. Sampling Strategy
Sampling Design: Define the sampling frame, size, and method (e.g., random sampling, stratified sampling) to ensure representation of target demographics.
Participant Recruitment: Plan recruitment strategies to reach and engage the intended participant groups effectively.
9. Data Collection and Analysis Plan
Data Collection: Implement methods for data gathering, ensuring consistency and validity.
Analysis Techniques: Decide on analytical approaches (e.g., statistical
This particular slides consist of- what is hypotension,what are it's causes and it's effect on body, risk factors, symptoms,complications, diagnosis and role of physiotherapy in it.
This slide is very helpful for physiotherapy students and also for other medical and healthcare students.
Here is the summary of hypotension:
Hypotension, or low blood pressure, is when the pressure of blood circulating in the body is lower than normal or expected. It's only a problem if it negatively impacts the body and causes symptoms. Normal blood pressure is usually between 90/60 mmHg and 120/80 mmHg, but pressures below 90/60 are generally considered hypotensive.
The facial nerve, also known as cranial nerve VII, is one of the 12 cranial nerves originating from the brain. It's a mixed nerve, meaning it contains both sensory and motor fibres, and it plays a crucial role in controlling various facial muscles, as well as conveying sensory information from the taste buds on the anterior two-thirds of the tongue.
Sectional dentures for microstomia patients.pptxSatvikaPrasad
Microstomia, characterized by an abnormally small oral aperture, presents significant challenges in prosthodontic treatment, including limited access for examination, difficulties in impression making, and challenges with prosthesis insertion and removal. To manage these issues, customized impression techniques using sectional trays and elastomeric materials are employed. Prostheses may be designed in segments or with flexible materials to facilitate handling. Minimally invasive procedures and the use of digital technologies can enhance patient comfort. Education and training for patients on prosthesis care and maintenance are crucial for compliance. Regular follow-up and a multidisciplinary approach, involving collaboration with other specialists, ensure comprehensive care and improved quality of life for microstomia patients.
TEST BANK FOR Health Assessment in Nursing 7th Edition by Weber Chapters 1 - ...rightmanforbloodline
TEST BANK FOR Health Assessment in Nursing 7th Edition by Weber Chapters 1 - 34.
TEST BANK FOR Health Assessment in Nursing 7th Edition by Weber Chapters 1 - 34.
TEST BANK FOR Health Assessment in Nursing 7th Edition by Weber Chapters 1 - 34.
nursing management of patient with Empyema pptblessyjannu21
prepared by Prof. BLESSY THOMAS, SPN
Empyema is a disease of respiratory system It is defines as the accumulation of thick, purulent fluid within the pleural space, often with fibrin development.
Empyema is also called pyothorax or purulent pleuritis.
It’s a condition in which pus gathers in the area between the lungs and the inner surface of the chest wall. This area is known as the pleural space.
Pus is a fluid that’s filled with immune cells, dead cells, and bacteria.
Pus in the pleural space can’t be coughed out. Instead, it needs to be drained by a needle or surgery.
Empyema usually develops after pneumonia, which is an infection of the lung tissue. it is mainly caused due in infectious micro-organisms. It can be treated with medications and other measures.
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DEFINITION
Burn injury can be defined as bodily
injury resulting from exposure to heat,
cold, chemical, electricity or radiation
Burn causes coagulation necrosis of the
skin and underlying tissues
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EPIDEMIOLOGY
Incidence
Burn injury constitutes a major health
problem allover the world affecting
approximately 1% of the world
population each year
In the United States, approximately 2.4
million burn injuries are reported every
year
In TZ burn injury is one of the
commonest form of trauma
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Morbidity / mortality
Burn injury contributes significantly to
high morbidity and mortality
Patients with extensive burns frequently
die, and for those with less severe
injuries, physical recovery is slow and
painful
In addition to physical damage caused
by burns, patients also may suffer
emotional and psychological problem
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Age
Age incidence depends on the type of
burn
Scald is common in children < 5 year of
age while flame, electrical and chemical
burn injuries are common in adult
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Sex
Sex distribution depends on the place of
burn
Domestic burn injury is common in
females while occupational and
recreational burns are common in males
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Mechanism of injury
Depends on the causes
– Thermal injuries
• Scald
• Flame
• Contact
– Chemical injuries
– Electrical injuries
– Radiation injuries
– Cold injuries
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Thermal injuries
Scalds
– About 70% of burns in children are caused
by scalds
– They also often occur in elderly people
– The common mechanisms are spilling hot
drinks or liquids or being exposed to hot
bathing water
– Scalds tend to cause superficial to
superficial dermal burns
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Flame
– Flame burns comprise 50% of adult burns
– They are often associated with inhalational injury
and other associated injuries
– Flame burns tend to be deep dermal or full
thickness
Contact
– In order to get a burn from direct contact, the object
touched must either have been extremely hot or the
contact was abnormally long
– The latter is a more common reason, and these
types of burns are commonly seen in people with
epilepsy or those who misuse alcohol or drugs
– They are also seen in elderly people after a loss of
consciousness
– Contact burns tend to be deep dermal or full
thickness
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Electrical injuries
Account for 3-4% of burn admissions
An electric current will travel through the
body from one point to another, creating
"entry" and "exit" points
The tissue between these two points can be
damaged by the current
The amount of heat generated, and hence the
level of tissue damage, is equal to
0.24x(voltage)2xresistance
The voltage is therefore the main determinant
of the degree of tissue damage
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Electrocution injuries can be divided into two
categories:-
– Low voltage injuries
• Considered to be anything <1000 volts
• This includes domestic electrical supply
– High voltage injuries
• Can be further divided into:-
– True high tension injuries
• Caused by high voltage current passing through the body
• > 1000V
• There is extensive tissue damage and often limb loss
• There is usually a large amount of soft and bony tissue
necrosis
• Muscle damage gives rise to rhabdomyolysis, and renal
failure may occur with these injuries
– Lighting injuries
• Caused by exposure to an extremely high voltage
current
• Result from an ultra high tension
A particular concern after an electrical injury is
the need for cardiac monitoring
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Chemical injuries
Chemical injuries are usually as a result
of industrial accidents but may occur
with household chemical products
Chemical burn may also occur as a
result of assault
These burns tend to be deep, as the
corrosive agent continues to cause
coagulative necrosis until completely
removed
Alkalis tend to penetrate deeper and
cause worse burns than acids
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CLASSIFICATION
According to the type [causes] of burn
– Thermal burn
• Scald
• Flame burn
• Contact burn
– Electrical burn
– Chemical burn
– Radiation burn
– Cold burn
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According to body site burned
– Facial burn
– Head & neck
– Trunk
– Limbs
– Perineal burn etc
According to burn depth
– Superficial burn
• Epidemal
• Dermal
– Deep burn
• Dermal
• Full thickness
– Mixed burn
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According to the degree of tissue injury
– First degree burn
– Second degree burn
– Third degree burn
– Fourth degree burn
According to the Size/Extent of Burn
Injury
– Total body surface area (TBSA) burned
According to the severity of burn
– Minor burn
– Moderate burn
– Major burn
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A. Local responses
Divided into three zones of a burn
which were described by Jackson in
1947 →Jackson’s zones of burn wound
These zones include:-
– Zone of coagulation
– Zone of stasis/ischaemia
– Zone of hyperamia
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a. Zone of coagulation
This occurs at the point of maximum
damage
In this zone there is irreversible tissue
loss due to coagulation of the
constituent proteins
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b. Zone of stasis /ischemia
The zone of stasis is characterized by decreased
tissue perfusion
The tissue in this zone is potentially salvageable
The main aim of burns resuscitation is to
increase tissue perfusion here and prevent any
damage becoming irreversible
Additional insults—such as prolonged
hypotension, infection, or edema—can convert
this zone into an area of complete tissue loss
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c. Zone of hyperaemia
In this outermost zone tissue perfusion
is increased
The tissue here will invariably recover
unless there is severe sepsis or
prolonged hypoperfusion
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B. Systemic response
The release of cytokines and other
inflammatory mediators at the site of
injury has a systemic effect once the
burn reaches 30% of total body surface
area
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a. Cardiovascular changes
Capillary permeability is increased,
leading to loss of intravascular proteins
and fluids into the interstitial
compartment
Peripheral and splanchnic
vasoconstriction occurs
Myocardial contractility is decreased,
possibly due to release of tumor necrosis
factor
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Cardiac output decreases due to loss of
intravascular volume
These changes, coupled with fluid loss
from the burn wound, result in systemic
hypotension and end organ
hypoperfusion
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b. Respiratory changes
Inflammatory mediators cause
bronchoconstriction, and in severe
burns adult respiratory distress
syndrome can occur
Pulmonary dysfunction may occur as
result of:-
– Inhalation injury
– Aspiration
– Shock
– Upper airway injury/edema
– Circumferential thoracic eschar → RLD
Hypovolemia may cause V/Q mismatch
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c. Gastrointestinal changes
Characterized by mucosal atrophy,
changes in the digestive absorption and
intestinal permiability
Burn also causes reduced glucose,
amino acids and fatty acids
Stress (curling’s) ulcer
Acute pseudo-obstruction of the colon
– massive colonic dilation without organic
cause
Acalculous cholecystitis
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d. Renal changes
Uncommon, but can result from:
– prolonged hypotension due to hypovolemia
– myoglobin release from damaged
muscle/tissue
– hemoglobinuria from heat-induced
BV & CO RBF GFR:-
– Release of Angiotensin II, aldosterone,
vasopresinfurther reduction of RBF &
GFRARF
– Oliguria ATN & ARF
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e. CNS Changes
CNS dysfunction in up to 14% of burn
patients
– most had >50% BSA involvement
Hypoxia most common etiology
– smoke inhalation, pulmonary edema,
pneumonia
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f. Haematological changes
Mild thrombocytopenia (sequestration)
early, followed by thrombocytosis (2-4x
normal) by end of the first week
Persistant thrombocytopenia associated
with poor prognosis--suspect sepsis
DIC with generalized bleeding can
occur
– shock, sepsis, hypoxia, reperfusion
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g. Immunologic Changes
Loss of Skin as an organ of host
defense→:-
– Loss of keratin layers which act as physical
barrier to bacterial invasion →wound
sepsis
– Loss of stratum corneum containing of
unsaturated free fatty acid film which is
bacteriostatic and fungistatic
Cellular Immune Function
– Several circulating mediators in burn
patient sera suppress normal lymphocyte
function
– CD4 count
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Humoral Immune Function
– immunoglobulin levels decreased
proportional to burn size
– leakage of IgG & IgA from the circulation,
fibronectin depletion, impaired
opsonization
Phagocyte Function
– early granulocytopenia common
– diminished chemotactic responsiveness
• diffuse endothelial cell activation, and adhesion
molecule overexpression
– decreased oxygen radical production, with
impaired bactericidal activity
– PMN margination/aggregation
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h. Metabolic changes
Metabolic changes in burn injury occur
in 2 phases:-
– Ebb phase
– Flow phase
• Catabolic phase
• Anabolic [recovery phase]
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a. Catabolic phase
Occurs after 24 hours after burn injury
Characterized by:-
– ↑ Cardiac output
– ↑ Oxygen consumption
– ↑ Heat production [hyperthermia]
– ↑ BMR
– Hyperglycemia
– Proteolysis
– Peripheral lipolysis
Mediated through release of catabolic
hormones [ i.e. catecholamines,
glucocorticoids, glucagon etc ] and other
chemical mediators e.g. cytokines, lipid
mediators etc
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b. Anabolic phase
Also called recovery phase
Characterized by:-
– Slow re-accumulation of protein and fat
– This phase continues for weeks to months
after injury
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Type of burn
– Thermal
– Chemical
– Electrical
– Radiation
– Cold
Mechanism of injury
Associated injuries
Associated inhalation injuries
Associated clothing iginition
Whether first aid measures was done at
the site of accident
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Systemic examination
– Cardiovascular system
– Respiratory system
– PA
– CNS
Local examination [assessment of burn
wound]
– Body region burned
– Extent of burn
– Burn depth
– Severity of burn
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a. Body region burned
Head / neck
Upper limbs
Trunk
Lower limbs
Genitalia / Perineal areas
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b. Extent of burn [%TBSA]
Size of a Burn Injury
– Total Body Surface Area (TBSA) Burned
• Palmar Method
– A quick method to evaluate scattered or localized burns
– Client’s palm = 1 % TBSA
• Rule of Nines
– A quick method to evaluate the extent of burns
– Major body surface areas divided into multiples of nine
– Modified version for children and infants (Rule of
Sevens )
• Lund-Browder Method
– Most Accurate; based on age (growth)
– Can be used for the adult, children & infants
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c. Burn depth
Superficial (First Degree)
Partial Thickness
– Superficial ( Second Degree)
– Deep ( Second Degree)
Full Thickness ( Third Degree)
Deep-Full Thickness (4th degree)
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i. Superficial (First Degree)
Involves the epidermis
– Wound Appearance:
• Red to pink (light skin)
• Mild edema
• Dry and no blistering
• Pain / hypersensitivity to touch
– i.e. Classic sunburn
• Desquamation occurs 2-3 days
– Wound Healing
• Wound Healing spontaneous
• Duration 3 to 5 days
• No scarring / other complications
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iii. Deep 2nd Degree Burns
Wound Appearance:
– Mottled: Red, pink, to white surface
– Moist
– No blisters
– Moderate edema
– Painful; usually less severe than superficial 2nd
Degree
Wound Healing:
– May heal spontaneously 2-6 weeks
– If so Hypertrophic scarring / formation of
contractures
Wound Management:
– Treatment of choice: surgical excision & skin
grafting
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d. Severity of burn
Severity is determined by:-
– Type of burn
– Depth of burn injury
– Total body surface (TBSA) burned
– Location of burn( face, hands, feet and perineum are
considered severe !! )
– Patient’s Age
– Presences of other preexisting medical
conditions
– Presence of associated injuries
– Complications ( Inhalation , Hypothermia , Shock )
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i. Minor burn injury
Characterized by:-
– <10% in adult
– < 5% <10 yo >50 yo
– < 2% full thickness
– No associated injuries, no complications,
no pre-morbid illness, no circumferential
burns, not involving the hands, face,
perineum
Minor burn needs outpatient
management
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ii. Moderate burns
Moderate – admit
– 10 - 20 % in adult
– 5 - 10 % <10 yo >50 yo
– High voltage, suspected inhalation,
circumferential or susceptibility to
infection
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iii. Major burns
Second and third-degree burns greater than
10% body surface area (BSA) in patients under
10 or over 50 years of age
Second and third-degree burns greater than
20% BSA in patients between 10 and 50 years
of age
Second and third-degree burns with serious
threat to functional and cosmetic impairment
that involve the face, hands, feet, genitalia,
perineum, and other major joints
Third-degree burns greater than 5% BSA
Specialized injuries such as electrical burns,
including lightning and chemical burns, with
serious threat of functional or cosmetic
impairment
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Significant inhalation injuries
Circumferential burns of the extremities
or the chest
Pre-existing medical disorders that
complicate management, prolong
recovery, or affect mortality
Concomitant trauma in which the burn
injury poses the greatest risk of
mortality
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Objectives of management
To prevent fluid and electrolyte
imbalance
Rapid and painless healing
To prevent complications
Rehabilitation
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Burn team
Consists of multidisciplinary group whose
individual skills are complementary to each
other
Includes:-
– Surgeons –reconstructive (plastic), General or
trauma surgeon, Paediatric surgeon
– Nurses
– Anesthetist
– ICU team
– Physiotherapist
– Occupational therapist
– Social workers
– Psychologists
– Psychiatrist
– Dietitians
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Criteria for admission
Type of burn
– Electrical
– Chemical
– Lightening
%TSBA
– >15% in adult
– >10% in children
Body site affected: face, hands, perineum,
genitalia
Complications- inhalation burn
Pre-existing illness – renal diseases, Diabetes
mellitus, respiratory diseases
Circumferential burns of the limbs or chest
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Phases of management
As in all trauma patients the mgt of
burn injury is divided into 5 phases
according to ATLS (Advanced Trauma
Life Support)
Phase I: Primary survey phase
Phase II: Resuscitation phase
Phase III :Secondary survey phase
Phase IV: Supportive care phase
Phase V: Definitive treatment phase
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Phase I: Primary survey phase
Aim: to identify life threatening
conditions
The life threatening conditions include:
– A=Airway
– B=Breathing
– C=Circulation
– D=Disability- neurological status
– E=Exposure
This should go hand in hand with the
phase II
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Phase II: Resuscitation phase
Aim: to treat the immediately life
threatening condition
Airway –secure airway & Immobilize the
cervical spine
Breathing – optimize ventilation
Circulation- establish i.v. access
Disability- assess neurological deficit
Expose the patient to avoid missed injury
Fluid therapy
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Airway
A clear patent and functional airway
should be established
This can be achieved by:-
– Use of airways
– Proper position of the patient
– Endotracheal intubation
– Ambubags
– Tracheostomy
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Breathing / Ventilation
Make sure the patient is breathing
properly
Achieved by:-
– Use of oxygen masks
– Mechanical ventilators
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Disability: Neurological Status
Establish level of consciousness
– A= Alert
– V= Response to Vocal stimuli
– P= Response to Painful stimuli
– U= Unresponsive
Examine the pupillary response to light
Be aware of hypoxemia and shock can
cause level of consciousness
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Exposure with Environment control
Remove all clothing and jewellery
Keep the patient warm
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Fluid replacement
Fluid replacement is important to replace fluid loss ad
treat shock
i.v. should be administered through a wide bore
canula
The volume of fluid to be given is calculated as
follows:-
= 2-4ml x %TBSA x kg of body weight
The type of fluid to be given in the 1st 24 hrs is
Crystalloid
½ of the calculated fluid is given in the 1st 8 hrs, and
the remaining half is distributed over remaining
sixteenth hrs
Calculation fluid commences at time of injury not at
admission
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Fluid maintenance
At the end of 24 hours, colloid infusion
is begun at a rate of 0.5 mlx(total burn
surface area (%))x(body weight (kg)),
and maintenance crystalloid (usually
dextrose-saline) is continued at a rate of
1.5 mlx(burn area)x(body weight)
The end point to aim for is a urine
output of 0.5-1.0 ml/kg/hour in adults
and 1.0-1.5 ml/kg/hour in children.
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Phase III :Secondary survey
phase
Not started until phase I &II are
complete
This include:-
History
Physical examination
Investigations as above
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Phase IV: Supportive care phase
Analgesics-iv narcotics
Systemic antibiotics against ß-
hemolytic streptococcus
Tetanus toxoid
Nasogastric tube for patients with >
25%TBSA
Monitor
– vital signs
– Input /output
Urethral catheterization
Nutrition support
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Phase V: Definitive treatment
phase (Wound care)
Depends on the characteristics and size
of the wound
– Conservative treatment
– Surgical treatment
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a. Wound dressing
The dressing should serve the following
fx:-
– Protect the damaged epithelium,
minimizing bacterial ad fungal
colonization (protective fx)
– Provide splinting action to maintain the
desired position of function (splinting fx)
– Occlusive to reduce evaporative heat loss
and minimize cold tress
– Provide comfort over the painful wound
The choice of dressing is based on the
characteristics of the wound
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Sterile Dressing
Several layers dressings
Special Considerations:
– Joint area lightly wrapped to allow mobility
– Facial wounds maybe left open to air, kept
moist
– Circumferential burns: wrap distal to
proximal
– All fingers and toes should be wrapped
separately
– Splints applied over dressings
– Functional positions maintained; not always
comfortable
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b. Antimicrobial Agent
Apply an Antimicrobial Agent
– Silverex
• Broad spectrum , Ideal choice.
– Silvadene
• Broad spectrum; the most common agent used
– Sulfamylon
• Penetrates eschar for invasive wound infections
• Painful burns for approximately 20 minutes after applied
– Acticoat (antimicrobal occlusive dressing)
• A silver impregnated gauze that can be left in place for 5
days
• Moist with sterile water only; remoisten every 3-4 hours
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a. Escharotomy
Indicated for patients with
circumferential burns of the limbs, neck
or chest causing distal circulatory and
respiratory impairment respectively
Only the burnt tissue is divided, not any
underlying fascia, differentiating this
procedure from a fasciotomy
Incisions are made along the midlateral
or medial aspects of the limbs, avoiding
any underlying structures
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For the chest, longitudinal incisions are
made down each mid-axillary line to the
subcostal region
The lines are joined up by a chevron
incision running parallel to the
subcostal margin
This creates a mobile breastplate that
moves with ventilation
Escharotomies are best done with
electrocautery, as they tend to bleed
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ii. Temporary Skin Grafts
Why temporary ??
– Clients with large amounts of TBSA burned do not
have enough donor sites.
– Available donor sites are used first, but in large
burns not enough to cover all burn wounds.
– While waiting for donor site to heal so it can be
reused a temporary covering is needed.
Types of temporary Skin Grafts
– Biosynthetic
– Artificial Skins
– Synthetic
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a. Autograft
Harvested from client
Non-antigenic
Less expensive
Decreased risk of infection
Can utilize meshing to cover large area
Negatives: lack of sites and painful
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b. Cultured Epithelial Autografts
(CEA)
A small piece of client’s skin is harvested and
grown in a culture medium
Takes 3 weeks to grow enough for the
first graft
Very fragile; immobile for 10 days post
grafting
Great for limited donor sites
Negatives: very expensive; poor long term
cosmetic results and skin remains fragile for
years
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a. Homograft
AKA Allograft
Live or cadaver human donors
Fairly expensive
Best infection control of all biologic
coverings
Negatives:
– Risk of disease transmission (i.e. HBV &
HIV)
– Antigenic: body rejects in 2 weeks
– Not always available
– Storage problems
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b. Heterograft
AKA Xenograft
Graft between 2 different species
– i.e. Porcine (pig) most common
Fresh, frozen or freeze-dried (longer
shelf life)
Amendable to meshing & antimicrobial
impregnation
Antigenic: body rejects 3-4 days
Fairly inexpensive
Negatives: Higher risk of infection
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2. Artificial Skins
Transcyte
– A collagen based dressing impregnated
with newborn fibroblasts
Integra
– A collagen based product that helps form a
“neodermis” on which to skin graft
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3. Synthetic
Any non-biologic dressing that will help
prevent fluid & heat loss
– Biobrane, Xeroform or Beta Glucan
collagen matrix
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Donor Site: Wound Considerations
The donor site is often the most painful
aspect for the post-operative client
– We have created a brand new wound !!
– Variety of products are used for donor sites.
• Most are left place for 24 hours and then left
open to air
– Donor sites usually heal in 7-10 days
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b. Late Complications
Contractures
Keloids
Hypertrophic scars
Marjolin’s ulcer
Acalculous Cholecystitis
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Prognosis
The prognostic factors for burns are
classified as follows:-
– Patient characteristics
– Circumstances of the injury
– Characteristics of burn wound
– Treatment parameters
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Circumstances of the injury
Nature of the injury
Type of burn
Timing in seeking medical care
Associated injuries
Associated burning of clothes
Inhalation injury
First-aid measures taken at the site of
accident
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Clinical characteristics of burn
wound
Body regions burned
% total surface area burnt (%TSAB)
Burn depth
Severity of burn
Burn wound sepsis