Frost bite Flashcards
1
Q
Pathophysiology
A
-tissue freezing due to exposure to cold
-requires temperatures of 0 or colder
-mainly occurs in extremities
2
Q
Risk factors
A
-cold exposure
-previous frost bite
-vascular insufficiency
3
Q
Treatment
A
-rewarming initiated ASAP
-take them to a warm place
-replace wet clothing
-warm extremities in warm water
