On-the-Scene Care for Burned Patients
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What is the first step in managing a burn patient after stabilizing their condition?

  • Inserting a large-bore IV catheter
  • Inserting a nasogastric tube
  • Evaluating the patient's general condition
  • Removing all clothing and jewelry (correct)
  • Which information is essential to gather about the burn injury?

  • The patient's age and gender
  • The patient's medical history
  • The patient's vital signs at the scene
  • The time of the burn injury, source, location, duration in the burning structure, initial treatment, and any history of falls or jumps (correct)
  • Which of the following procedures is typically performed during the emergent/resuscitative phase of burn management?

  • Insertion of a central venous catheter (correct)
  • Reconstructive surgery
  • Skin grafting
  • Debridement of the burn wound
  • When is a nasogastric tube typically inserted in a burn patient?

    <p>If the burn exceeds 20% to 25% total body surface area (TBSA)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary responsibility of the physician during the emergent/resuscitative phase of burn management?

    <p>Evaluating the patient's general condition, assessing the burn, and determining the priorities of care</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first priority of on-the-scene care for burn victims?

    <p>Preventing injury to the rescuer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT part of the primary survey (ABC) conducted during the emergent/resuscitative phase?

    <p>Checking for cervical spine injuries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the initial priority for managing a mild pulmonary injury in the emergency department?

    <p>Administering humidified oxygen and encouraging coughing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following injuries should prompt an assessment for cervical spinal injuries or head trauma?

    <p>All of the above</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of establishing an intravenous (IV) line during on-the-scene care?

    <p>No specific reason is mentioned in the text</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following procedures is NOT mentioned as part of the initial management in the emergency department?

    <p>Performing a tracheostomy</p> Signup and view all the answers

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