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What is the first step to be taken in the management of a patient with major burns (> 9%)?
What is the first step to be taken in the management of a patient with major burns (> 9%)?
- Administer pain medication immediately.
- Cover the burn with a cream.
- Initiate vascular access. (correct)
- Apply ice to the burned area.
Which method is used to estimate the body surface area (BSA) burned based on the patient's palm?
Which method is used to estimate the body surface area (BSA) burned based on the patient's palm?
- Rule of Eights
- Rule of Palms (correct)
- Rule of Nines
- Rule of Sevens
In which scenario should a patient with partial thickness burns greater than 9% be transported to a burn center?
In which scenario should a patient with partial thickness burns greater than 9% be transported to a burn center?
- If the patient has a fever over 100°F.
- If the burns are contained to the arms and legs.
- If the patient shows signs of dehydration.
- If there is evidence of possible inhalation injury. (correct)
What should NOT be done when treating a burn?
What should NOT be done when treating a burn?
What immediate action should be taken if a fire occurs in an enclosed space?
What immediate action should be taken if a fire occurs in an enclosed space?
What is the primary goal when applying cool running water to a burn?
What is the primary goal when applying cool running water to a burn?
Which intervention is crucial to prevent mortality in pediatric burn patients?
Which intervention is crucial to prevent mortality in pediatric burn patients?
What should be done when treating caustic and chemical burns?
What should be done when treating caustic and chemical burns?
How long should cool running water be applied to a burn?
How long should cool running water be applied to a burn?
What is a critical sign of potential inhalation injury in burn patients?
What is a critical sign of potential inhalation injury in burn patients?
What initial step should be taken before any other interventions in cases of burns?
What initial step should be taken before any other interventions in cases of burns?
Which of the following methods is inappropriate for managing electrical burns?
Which of the following methods is inappropriate for managing electrical burns?
Match the following burn treatment protocols with their correct descriptions:
Match the following burn treatment protocols with their correct descriptions:
Match the following types of burns with their specific management instructions:
Match the following types of burns with their specific management instructions:
Match the following interventions with their intended outcomes:
Match the following interventions with their intended outcomes:
Match the following methods of burn assessment with their purposes:
Match the following methods of burn assessment with their purposes:
Match the following actions with their timing in burn treatment:
Match the following actions with their timing in burn treatment:
Match the following components of burn management with their correct order:
Match the following components of burn management with their correct order:
Match the following treatments with their appropriate circumstances related to burn management:
Match the following treatments with their appropriate circumstances related to burn management:
Match the following burn treatment guidelines with their associated details:
Match the following burn treatment guidelines with their associated details:
Match the following signs of treatment complications with the appropriate burn management:
Match the following signs of treatment complications with the appropriate burn management:
Match the following situations with their recommended actions in burn management:
Match the following situations with their recommended actions in burn management:
Match the following body area considerations with their implications in burn care:
Match the following body area considerations with their implications in burn care:
Study Notes
Purpose and Authority
- Establishes treatment standards for pediatric patients with burns from caustic materials, electricity, or heat.
- Authority based on California Health and Safety Code and California Code of Regulations.
Protocol Overview
- Maintaining temperature in prehospital settings is critical; hypothermia increases mortality for temperatures below 37°C (98.6°F).
- Simple interventions, like warming, can reduce mortality during transport; avoid hyperthermia.
Basic Life Support (BLS) Steps
- Remove patient from burn source and any burning/smoldering clothing; also remove jewelry.
- Perform ABCs (Airway, Breathing, Circulation).
- Assess for inhalation injuries; watch for singed nasal hairs, hoarse voice, or facial burns. Administer supplemental oxygen to maintain SpO2 ≥ 94%.
- Estimate burn size using the patient's palm (1% of body surface).
- Cool the burn with running water for a cumulative total of 20 minutes; stop burning process.
- For caustic burns, wear protective gear, apply cool water, and avoid scrubbing.
- With electrical burns, check and dress all entrance and exit wounds.
- Prevent hypothermia; keep unaffected body parts warm.
- After cooling, cover the burn with loose plastic wrap or dry non-stick gauze. Avoid ice or creams.
Advanced Life Support (ALS) Steps
- Initiate vascular access for major burns (>9% body surface area) or hypotension; administer 20ml/kg normal saline bolus.
- If wheezing is present, administer 5 mg of Albuterol via nebulizer or mask/BVM.
- Monitor patient with cardiac monitor and SpO2.
- Consider pain medication for partial thickness burns with severe pain, if there are no signs of internal injury.
Transport Guidelines
- Transport to UCDMC Burn Center for:
- Partial thickness burns >9% body surface area.
- Any electrical or chemical burn.
- Evidence of inhalation injury.
- Burns on the face, hands, feet, genitalia, perineum, or major joints.
- Patients in cardiac arrest should go to the nearest emergency department.
Burn Size Estimation Methods
- Rule of Palm: Use the patient's palm to estimate burn size (1% of body surface area).
- Rule of Nines: Another method to assess total body surface area affected by burns.
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Description
This quiz covers the critical protocols for treating pediatric patients with burns from various sources, including caustic materials, electricity, and heat. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining body temperature and recognizing symptoms of inhalation injuries. Test your knowledge on Basic Life Support steps and effective interventions in prehospital settings.