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What is a primary goal of splinting in burn treatment?
What is a primary goal of splinting in burn treatment?
- Reduce blood flow to the scar
- Promote hypertrophic scarring
- Increase discomfort for the patient
- Preserve range of motion and joint function (correct)
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a challenge in burn treatment?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a challenge in burn treatment?
- Promoting hypertrophic scarring (correct)
- Managing patient pain effectively
- Using lightweight plastic materials for splinting
- Providing comfortable devices for splinting
What can contribute to pain in burn patients during treatment?
What can contribute to pain in burn patients during treatment?
- Nerve endings stimulated by the initial injury
- Inflammatory processes in the wound
- Mechanical stresses during wound care and therapies
- All of the above (correct)
What is stated as a critical part of patient care for burn injuries?
What is stated as a critical part of patient care for burn injuries?
Why is pain management important for burn patients?
Why is pain management important for burn patients?
What type of burn extends into the dermis layer of the skin?
What type of burn extends into the dermis layer of the skin?
According to the 'Rule of 9s', what percentage of the total body surface area (TBSA) is allocated to each lower extremity?
According to the 'Rule of 9s', what percentage of the total body surface area (TBSA) is allocated to each lower extremity?
Which organ system's involvement after a burn may be the most critical?
Which organ system's involvement after a burn may be the most critical?
What type of burn injury is associated with a high risk of neuropathy?
What type of burn injury is associated with a high risk of neuropathy?
What is the early stage of post-burn management also known as?
What is the early stage of post-burn management also known as?
What is the outer layer of the skin called?
What is the outer layer of the skin called?
Which organ is the most frequently injured structure in burns?
Which organ is the most frequently injured structure in burns?
What layer provides nutrition and structural support to the skin?
What layer provides nutrition and structural support to the skin?
Which injury depth is considered very important in burns?
Which injury depth is considered very important in burns?
What is typically the first layer of the skin to be injured in burns?
What is typically the first layer of the skin to be injured in burns?
What is one of the main benefits of psychological interventions for burn patients?
What is one of the main benefits of psychological interventions for burn patients?
Why is it important for burn patients to seek emotional support from professionals and other survivors?
Why is it important for burn patients to seek emotional support from professionals and other survivors?
What impact can tobacco, illicit drugs, and excessive alcohol use have on burn patients?
What impact can tobacco, illicit drugs, and excessive alcohol use have on burn patients?
Which of the following is a symptom of depression in burn patients?
Which of the following is a symptom of depression in burn patients?
What are some major life activities affected by developmental disabilities (DD) according to the text?
What are some major life activities affected by developmental disabilities (DD) according to the text?
Which of the following positioning or splinting techniques is used to prevent elbow flexion contractures?
Which of the following positioning or splinting techniques is used to prevent elbow flexion contractures?
What is the recommended positioning or splinting technique for preventing dorsal wrist contractures?
What is the recommended positioning or splinting technique for preventing dorsal wrist contractures?
Which of the following is a common psychological consequence of recovering from moderate to major burns?
Which of the following is a common psychological consequence of recovering from moderate to major burns?
What is the primary focus of the later stage of burn recovery?
What is the primary focus of the later stage of burn recovery?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended positioning or splinting technique mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended positioning or splinting technique mentioned in the text?
What is the primary goal of respiratory care for burn patients in the acute stage?
What is the primary goal of respiratory care for burn patients in the acute stage?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended technique for preventing contractures and stiffness in burn patients?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended technique for preventing contractures and stiffness in burn patients?
What is the primary concern with severe circumferential burns around a limb?
What is the primary concern with severe circumferential burns around a limb?
When are pressure garments commonly used in burn treatment?
When are pressure garments commonly used in burn treatment?
Which technique is recommended for controlling edema (fluid accumulation) in burn patients?
Which technique is recommended for controlling edema (fluid accumulation) in burn patients?
Which of the following is an example of a disorder caused by a single gene?
Which of the following is an example of a disorder caused by a single gene?
What is an example of a disorder caused by a chromosomal abnormality?
What is an example of a disorder caused by a chromosomal abnormality?
Which of the following is an example of a condition that may be caused by a mother's exposure during pregnancy?
Which of the following is an example of a condition that may be caused by a mother's exposure during pregnancy?
What type of condition is autism spectrum disorder?
What type of condition is autism spectrum disorder?
Which of the following is an example of a condition that may be caused by an injury?
Which of the following is an example of a condition that may be caused by an injury?
What type of condition is diabetes?
What type of condition is diabetes?
Which of the following is an example of a progressive condition?
Which of the following is an example of a progressive condition?
What is the term used to describe an absence or significant difference in a person's body structure or function?
What is the term used to describe an absence or significant difference in a person's body structure or function?
Which of the following is an example of a structural impairment?
Which of the following is an example of a structural impairment?
What type of condition is multiple sclerosis?
What type of condition is multiple sclerosis?
