Burns Management
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What happens to chemicals when they are in contact with the skin?

  • They dissolve instantly
  • They continue to burn (correct)
  • They evaporate quickly
  • They stop reacting

    • Why should chemicals be removed from the skin rapidly?

  • To prevent infection
  • To reduce skin irritation
  • To prevent further damage (correct)
  • To promote skin healing

    • What is the consequence of not removing chemicals from the skin quickly?

  • The skin will be less damaged
  • The skin will be unaffected
  • The skin will heal faster
  • The skin will continue to be damaged (correct)

    • What is the term for a type of burn caused by radiation?

    <p>Radiation burn</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of removing chemicals from the skin quickly?

    <p>To prevent ongoing damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when chemicals are removed from the skin?

    <p>They stop burning</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to act quickly when dealing with chemicals on the skin?

    <p>To prevent ongoing damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Burns Management

    • Minor burns (less than 10%) can be treated on an out-patient basis in a hospital.
    • Moderate and severe burns require hospitalization for treatment.

    Fluid Requirement for Burn Patients

    • Adult patients with burns over 20% of their body require intravenous therapy.
    • The Parkland formula calculates the total fluid requirement in 24 hours as: 4ml x TBSA (%) x body weight (kg).
    • Fluid administration should be divided into two phases: 50% in the first 8 hours and 50% in the next 16 hours.

    Electrical Burns

    • When rescuing a person with electrical burns, do not touch the victim with bare hands or iron rods to avoid electrical conduction.
    • Use a non-conductive material (e.g., wooden, plastic, cardboard, or rubber) to rescue the person.
    • Cover the affected area with a sterile gauze or cloth.

    Chemical Burns

    • Chemical burns occur when caustic or corrosive substances come into contact with the skin.
    • Quickly remove the substance from the victim's skin as it continues to "burn" until removed.

    Radiation Burns

    • Radiation burns are a type of burn injury. (Note: limited information provided)

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    Guidelines for managing burns, including treatment options and hospitalization decisions based on burn severity.

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