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What determines the severity of electrical discharge injury?
Pathway of current, resistance to current flow, and strength and duration of current flow
What is the main cause of burns related to heat?
Flames
What determines the severity of injury caused by chemicals?
Duration of exposure and nature of the agent
What kind of burn results in coagulation necrosis of tissue?
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What determines the healing potential and management of a burn?
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What type of radiation can cause Merkel Cell Carcinoma?
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What causes injury in friction burns?
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What is the main cause of burn injuries related to electric discharge?
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What is the primary factor that determines the severity of burn injuries from radiation?
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Study Notes
Electrical Discharge Injury
- Severity of electrical discharge injury is determined by the voltage, current, and duration of the electrical shock.
Burn Injuries
- Burns related to heat are mainly caused by conduction, convection, and radiation.
Chemical Burns
- Severity of injury caused by chemicals is determined by the concentration, duration of exposure, and type of chemical agent.
Types of Burns
- Coagulation necrosis of tissue results in a full-thickness burn.
Burn Management
- Healing potential and management of a burn are determined by the depth, size, and location of the burn.
Radiation-Related Burns
- Ultraviolet (UV) radiation can cause Merkel Cell Carcinoma.
Friction Burns
- Injury in friction burns is caused by the heat generated by friction, leading to tissue damage.
Electric Discharge Injuries
- Main cause of burn injuries related to electric discharge is the electrical current, which can cause cardiac arrest and muscle contractions.
Radiation-Related Injuries
- Severity of burn injuries from radiation is primarily determined by the dose and duration of radiation exposure.
