Burns

Question 1

First degree burns

Answer 1

Surface of epidermis affected

Painful

Skin redness

Ie sunburns

Question 2

Second degree burns

Answer 2

Entire epidermis and some of dermis damaged

Very painful

Blisters, swelling

Healing takes 1-2 weeks

Scar tissues form

Question 3

Third degree burn

Answer 3

Destroys epidermis, dermis, and part of hypodermis

Less painful

Cannot repair

Skin grafting necessary

Question 4

Fluid and electrolyte balance

Answer 4

Skin loses effectiveness

Body loses more fluids due to evaporation

Body is cooler due to evaporation

Question 5

Infection

Answer 5

Dampness encourages bacteria growth

Sepsis - widespread bacterial infection (most likely cause of death)

Question 6

Depth of burn

Answer 6

Use a pin to find nerves

Absence of reaction means 3rd degree burn

Question 7

Treatment

Answer 7

Replacing fluids and electrolytes

Prevent infection

Assisting tissue repair with skin grafts