Burns Flashcards

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Burn Definition

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Thermal destruction of skin from direct contact or exposure to a source (thermal, chemical, electrical, & radiation)

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Depth of Burn

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Depth is function of temperature or source of energy and duration of exposure

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Examples of Thermal Sources

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  • Flame
  • Hot liquids
  • Hot objects
  • Steam
  • Semisolids (tar)
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Examples of Chemical Sources

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Examples of Electrical Sources

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Examples of Radiation Sources

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