Burns Flashcards
(32 cards)
List the levels of burns to skin
First degree burns (partial thickness) involving epidermis [sunburn]
Second degree burns (partial thickness) involving epidermis and dermis [moderate sunburn]. Color may be whitish. May blister and painful
Third degree burn (full thickness). Involves epidermis, dermis, sub Q tissue and maybe muscle to the bone. Color may be black, brown, white. No pain
What are the diagnostic tests for burns?
1). CBC
2). U/A
3). CMP
4). CXR (for inhalation burns)
What are high risk burns?
-People younger than 10-50 yrs due to thinnest of skin
- People with diabetes
- People with heart problems
Who are low risk potential for burns?
-People 10-50 yrs due to the thickness of skin
What is the rule of nine?
- The rule of nine divides the body into segments that are approximately 9% or multiples of 9%, with the perineum forming the remaining 1%.
What is considered a minor burn?
A surface area of less than 15% TBS is considered a minor burn
What is considered a major burn?
-The burn depth and percentage of total body surface area involved.
What are the three main types of burns?
First-degree, second-degree, and third-degree burns.
True or False: A first-degree burn affects only the outer layer of skin.
True.
Fill in the blank: A _______ burn may cause blisters and involves the epidermis and part of the dermis.
second-degree
What is the most severe type of burn?
Third-degree burn.
What is the primary treatment for minor burns?
Cool the burn with running water and protect it with a sterile bandage.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a symptom of a third-degree burn? a) White or charred skin b) Severe pain c) Loss of sensation
b) Severe pain.
What is the rule of nines used for?
To estimate the total body surface area affected by burns.
True or False: Burns can only occur from heat sources.
False.
Fill in the blank: Chemical burns require _______ to neutralize the chemical before further treatment.
irrigation
What is the first step in treating a severe burn?
Call emergency services immediately.
Multiple Choice: Which burn classification is characterized by damage to all layers of skin and underlying tissues? a) First-degree b) Second-degree c) Third-degree
c) Third-degree.
What should you NOT apply to a burn?
Ice or very cold water butter, oils.
True or False: Sunburn is a type of first-degree burn.
True.
Fill in the blank: The depth of a burn is determined by the _______ of the skin layers affected.
thickness
What is an important factor in the healing process of burns?
Proper wound care and infection prevention.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a common complication of severe burns? a) Infection b) Hypothermia c) Scarring d) All of the above
d) All of the above.
What is a common long-term effect of third-degree burns?
Scarring and loss of function in the affected area.
