C3AP1e: Burns (Major Trauma)

 

To be able to evaluate the patient with burns, commence resuscitation, relieve pain and refer appropriately. To recognise the risks to the upper and lower airway from heat and inhalation injury. To know the indications for referral to burns/specialist centres.

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Lightning Learning: Burns #2 (Surface Area)
Lightning Learning: Burns #2 (Surface Area)

Part 2 of our series on Burns Assessment... estimating %BSA

Lightning Learning: Burns #1 (Depth)
Lightning Learning: Burns #1 (Depth)

Burns depth assessment can be difficult unless you know what you are looking for.

#SimBlog: Scalded Child
#SimBlog: Scalded Child

A 12-month-old is brought to the ED by paramedics after mum lost her balance and poured a kettle full of boiling water over the child’s face and chest.

Remember, Remember... Burns and Scalds
Remember, Remember... Burns and Scalds

Time to revise Burns and Scalds ready for Bonfire Night.

 

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