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What should you be most concerned with in a patient rescued from a burning house with superficial and partial-thickness burns?
What should you be most concerned with in a patient rescued from a burning house with superficial and partial-thickness burns?
the potential for airway swelling.
Common signs and symptoms of an airway burn include all of the following, EXCEPT:
Common signs and symptoms of an airway burn include all of the following, EXCEPT:
- Singed nasal hairs
- Chest pressure (correct)
- Coughing
- Sooty sputum
In order for electricity to flow through the body and cause damage, what must exist?
In order for electricity to flow through the body and cause damage, what must exist?
a complete circuit must exist between the electrical source and the ground.
Functions of the skin include all of the following, EXCEPT:
Functions of the skin include all of the following, EXCEPT:
What should you be most concerned about in a patient with a cold, pale, deformed arm and absent radial pulse after a crushing injury?
What should you be most concerned about in a patient with a cold, pale, deformed arm and absent radial pulse after a crushing injury?
Functions of dressings and bandages include all of the following, EXCEPT:
Functions of dressings and bandages include all of the following, EXCEPT:
What is an abdominal evisceration?
What is an abdominal evisceration?
What should you do for a patient who is pulseless and apneic with an impaled steel rod?
What should you do for a patient who is pulseless and apneic with an impaled steel rod?
Burns are classified according to what criteria?
Burns are classified according to what criteria?
Which of the following statements regarding penetrating injuries is correct?
Which of the following statements regarding penetrating injuries is correct?
What is the MOST significant risk associated with an open soft-tissue injury?
What is the MOST significant risk associated with an open soft-tissue injury?
When treating a partial-thickness burn, what should you avoid?
When treating a partial-thickness burn, what should you avoid?
What percentage of body surface area is burned for a 5-year-old with burns to her head, face, and anterior trunk?
What percentage of body surface area is burned for a 5-year-old with burns to her head, face, and anterior trunk?
Which of the following statements regarding severe burns is correct?
Which of the following statements regarding severe burns is correct?
What could indicate significant internal bleeding in a patient with multiple bruises?
What could indicate significant internal bleeding in a patient with multiple bruises?
Which is a sign of compartment syndrome?
Which is a sign of compartment syndrome?
What should be done for a 22-year-old male with widespread contusions, a rapid weak pulse, and cool clammy skin?
What should be done for a 22-year-old male with widespread contusions, a rapid weak pulse, and cool clammy skin?
What does the germinal layer of the epidermis contain that affects skin color?
What does the germinal layer of the epidermis contain that affects skin color?
A hematoma develops when what occurs?
A hematoma develops when what occurs?
In contrast to animal bites, what does a human bite carry?
In contrast to animal bites, what does a human bite carry?
Which part of the skin lies below the germinal cells?
Which part of the skin lies below the germinal cells?
Which of the following is NOT a true statement about the skin?
Which of the following is NOT a true statement about the skin?
Which of the following is NOT considered a type of soft-tissue injury?
Which of the following is NOT considered a type of soft-tissue injury?
What is an injury that separates various layers of soft tissue so they become either completely detached or hang as a flap?
What is an injury that separates various layers of soft tissue so they become either completely detached or hang as a flap?
Flashcards
Airway swelling concern
Airway swelling concern
Potential airway swelling after burns is critical.
Airway burn symptoms
Airway burn symptoms
Signs include hoarseness, coughing, and stridor, but not chest pressure.
Electricity flow requirement
Electricity flow requirement
Electricity needs a complete circuit between source and ground.
Skin functions
Skin functions
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Compartment syndrome concern
Compartment syndrome concern
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Dressings and bandages functions
Dressings and bandages functions
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Abdominal evisceration
Abdominal evisceration
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Pulse-less patient protocol
Pulse-less patient protocol
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Burn classification
Burn classification
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Penetrating injuries
Penetrating injuries
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Open soft-tissue injury risk
Open soft-tissue injury risk
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Partial-thickness burn care
Partial-thickness burn care
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Burn percentage in children
Burn percentage in children
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Severe burns
Severe burns
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Signs of internal bleeding
Signs of internal bleeding
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Compartment syndrome sign
Compartment syndrome sign
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Treatment for young man with contusions
Treatment for young man with contusions
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Germinal layer purpose
Germinal layer purpose
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Hematoma formation
Hematoma formation
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Human bite risks
Human bite risks
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Skin layers
Skin layers
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Skin thickness variations
Skin thickness variations
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Soft-tissue injury types
Soft-tissue injury types
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Avulsion injury
Avulsion injury
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Study Notes
Soft-Tissue Injuries Overview
- Superficial and partial-thickness burns can lead to airway swelling; concern arises with respiratory complications.
- Common signs of airway burns exclude chest pressure; primary signs include soot and cough.
Electrical and Crushing Injuries
- Electricity requires a complete circuit for bodily harm, highlighting safety in electrical environments.
- Crushing injuries may lead to conditions like compartment syndrome, evident through deformity, coldness, and absent pulses.
Burns and Their Classifications
- Burns categorized by depth and extent affect treatment strategies.
- Superficial and partial-thickness burns encompass significant body surface area, such as 30% in pediatric cases.
Management of Open Wounds
- Open soft-tissue injuries heighten infection risks, necessitating prompt care and dressing.
- Avoid creams on partial-thickness burns to prevent irritation and complications.
Internal Bleeding and Contusions
- Large bruises can indicate internal bleeding, warranting immediate medical attention.
- Signs of compartment syndrome include severe pain on passive movement at the injury site.
Skin Anatomy and Function
- The germinal layer in the epidermis contains pigment granules affecting skin color; the dermis lies beneath this layer.
- Blood vessel damage leads to hematomas, localized swelling from blood accumulation beneath the skin.
Consequences of Bites and Injuries
- Human bites pose significant infection risks due to diverse pathogens, contrasting with animal bites.
- An avulsion injury results in detachment or flaps of various soft-tissue layers, requiring careful management.
Misconceptions about Skin and Injuries
- The skin of very young and very old individuals is actually thinner than that of younger adults.
- Not all injuries are soft-tissue; a fractured femur is classified differently, illustrating the importance of precise injury assessment.
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