Burns Flashcards
Do burns require a counselling room?
No
What are 7 red flags for referral with burns?
- Airway involvement
- Involves the hands, feet, or genitals.
- A superficial burn larger than a 20-cent coin in an adult.
- A superficial burn larger than a 10-cent coin in a child.
- Painless burn.
- Signs of infection
- Uncertainty regarding the severity of the burn.
Do burns have a PSA self-care card?
No
How should burns be managed acutely?
Place the burn under cool, running tap water for a minimum of 20-30 minutes. Apply a hydrogel (Solosite) for 48-72 hours.
What is the preferred over-the-counter treatment option for burns?
Hydrogel (Solosite)
What are the directions for Hydrogel (Solosite) in burns?
Apply liberally to the affected area as frequently as possible (i.e., every time it dries out, reapply). Keep it in the fridge for an extra cooling sensation. Discard 3 months after opening.
Is Hydrogel (Solosite) safe in pregnancy?
Yes
Is Hydrogel (Solosite) safe in breastfeeding?
Yes
What is the age range for Hydrogel (Solosite)?
Safe in all ages
What are 6 pieces of non-pharmacological advice for burns?
- Avoid sunlight exposure until complete healing has occurred
- Drink plenty of water to rehydrate
- Take a cool shower or apply cold compresses
- Do not pop blisters. Consider covering it with addressing
- Analgesics can be used if the pain is not bearable
- Do not use butter or any oily substance on the affected area
What are the 3 main classes of burns?
- Superficial burns
- Partial-thickness burns
- Full-thickness burns
What are 3 characteristic traits of superficial burns?
- Involve only the epidermis
- Can be bright pink or red
- Blister may or may not be present
What are 2 characteristic traits of partial-thickness burns?
- Destroyed the entire epidermal layer and varying layers of the dermis.
- Characterised by creamy-colored base.
What are 2 characteristic traits of Full-thickness burns?
- Damage to the entire epidermis, and dermis.
- Initially minimal pain due to nerve damage.
