Minor Injuries - Burnnd he

Question 1

Layers and associated function of the skin

Answer 1

Epidermis - protection and skin colour
Dermis - connective tissue, hair follicles and sweat glands to regulate our body temp
Hypodermis - fat and connective tissue

Question 2

Step one pathophysiology

Answer 2

1. Inflammatory reaction = rapid oedema

Question 3

Step two pathophysiology

Answer 3

2. Increased microvascular permeability

Question 4

Risk factors and red flags for complicated burns

Answer 4

Risk - nerve damage, infection, loss of mobility
Red Flag - Location (genital, hand, feet, face) depth (hypodermis), Surface area (adult >15% child >10% TBSA)

Question 5

Classification of burns

Answer 5

• Superficial (epidermis)
• Superficial partial thickness (dermis)
• Deep partial thickness (dermis)
• Full thickness (dermis)
• Deep (hypodermis)

Question 6

Burns assessment

Answer 6

Cause: radiation, sun, chemicals, abuse
Surface Area
Depth
Location
Consciousness level and fluid loss

Question 7

Burn management non-pharmacological

Answer 7

Reduce heat and tissue injury
Dust of chemical
Cover with cling wrap do not remove blister
Run under cold water for 20 minutes (superficial)

Question 8

Burn management pharmacological

Answer 8

Burn aid dressing
ibuprofen for minor burn
Fluid - depending of % BSA

Question 9

Step three pathophysiology

Answer 9

3. Vasodilation