Adult health: Burns

What type of symptoms may occur in the neurologic system during the acute phase?

What is a typical symptom of the musculoskeletal system during the acute phase?

Which system is likely to experience disorientation and hallucinations during the acute phase?

What is a potential complication that can last for years in older adults during the acute phase?

Which condition might lead to skin and joint contractures in the musculoskeletal system during the acute phase?

What size IV lines are recommended for burns greater than 15% TBSA during the emergent phase?

When should a central line be considered for burns treatment?

In which situation would an arterial line be placed during burns treatment?

Which formula is used for fluid replacement during the emergent phase of burns?

Where can wound care like cleansing and gentle debridement be performed during the emergent phase of burns management?

What is typically done in necrotic skin removal during surgical debridement of burns?

How often is dressing change recommended during wound care in the emergent phase?

For how long can newer antimicrobial dressings typically be left in place during wound care?

What is a potential consequence of edema from facial and neck burns?

Which type of injury may not manifest until 12 to 48 hours after a burn?

What is a potential sign of lower airway injury that should be assessed for?

What is the relationship between tissue damage in lower airway injury and exposure to toxic fumes or smoke?

Which type of injury may result in direct damage to nerves and vessels?

What may be a consequence of eschar and edema in upper airway injuries?

Which symptom may manifest as acute respiratory distress syndrome (ARDS) in lower airway injury?

What is the most appropriate drug therapy for a burn patient with suspected sepsis?

Which of the following statements about tetanus immunization in burn patients is correct?

What is the primary purpose of using topical antimicrobial agents like silver sulfadiazine or mafenide acetate in burn patients?

Which of the following statements about venous thromboembolism (VTE) prophylaxis in burn patients is correct?

What is the most appropriate initial approach for managing burn wound flora?

Which of the following statements about the use of systemic antibiotics in burn patients is correct?

What is the primary concern for the burn patient described as reporting severe pain and expressing fear regarding healing and future?

Which of the following statements about the use of low-molecular-weight heparin or low-dose unfractionated heparin in burn patients is correct?

What is the primary reason for providing early and aggressive nutritional support within hours of a burn injury?

Which statement best describes the hypermetabolic state associated with burn injuries?

Which nutritional intervention is recommended for promoting optimal conditions for wound healing in burn patients?

Which finding in M.K., a burn patient, is of most concern to the nurse when monitoring initial fluid replacement?

What is the primary mechanism by which catecholamines contribute to the hypermetabolic state in burn patients?

Which statement best describes the importance of early and aggressive nutritional support in burn patients?

Which additional nutritional supplementation may be required for burn patients?

What is the primary reason for the increased core temperature observed in the hypermetabolic state associated with burn injuries?

Which term best describes an injury to the skin or other organic tissue primarily caused by heat?

What is the primary cause of thermal burns?

What is the heart's inability to pump blood forward known as in cardiogenic shock?

Which type of burn injury occurs due to exposure to chemicals?

What is the term for a condition resulting from exposure to toxic fumes or smoke during a burn?

Which type of dysfunction characterizes cardiogenic shock?

In what situation might smoke inhalation injury occur?

What type of burn injury results from being exposed to electrical current?

'Chemical burns' are primarily caused by what substance?

'Cold thermal injury' can occur due to exposure to what?

Which tool is considered more accurate for assessing the extent of burns?

What is a potential complication that burns on the chest can pose?

Which phase of burn management focuses on resolving immediate problems within the first 72 hours post-injury?

In burn patients, what might be a consequence of infection during the acute phase?

What type of risk factors are considered for burn patients in the prehospital phase?

Which system is vulnerable to complications like skin and joint contractures during the rehabilitation phase for burn patients?

What is a significant emotional need post-burn injury that patients and caregivers may experience?

Which patient factor can impact the severity of burns?

What is a potential complication in burn patients during the emergent phase that affects multiple systems?

What is commonly used in wound care to address full-thickness burns during the acute phase?