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1
Q

Define the types of burns:

A

1st degree:
- epidermis

2nd degree superficial thickness:
- Papillary layer

2nd degree Deep thickness:
- reticular layer

3rd degree:
- entire dermis

4th degree:
- Hypodermis

2
Q

What investigations do you want in burns?

A

Bloods:

  • FBC
  • U&Es
  • Group and Save/ CXM
  • Carboxyhemoglobin

Orifices:
- urine output

X-rays:

  • CXR
  • Bronchoscopy for lung injury
3
Q

What are the complications that occur in burns?

A

Infection
- pseudomonas

Fluid loses

Hypothermia

Compartment syndrome

4
Q

What are the complications following burns treatment?

A

Infection

Psychological impact

Nutrition

Marjolin’s ulcer