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Burns are thermal injuries associated with extremes of temperature, contact with chemicals or electricity. Severity of burn is determined by the temperature of the burning agent and the duration of the exposure. Simple erythema is not included in the calculation of the size of the burn area.
Burn dressings prevent wound desiccation, decrease pain, reduce bacterial colonization, and mini-mize mechanical trauma. Topical antimicrobial oint-ments and gauze or one of the newer silver-releasing dressings can be effective. In most children, adequate pain control does not require narcotics.
To estimate the total body surface area (TBSA) burns in children, Lund and Browder charts may be used, which takes into account changes in the body proportions of growing children.
Burns are the 3rd leading cause of injury deaths for children aged 5-9 years and the 5th for ages 1-4 years in the United States. Roughly 25% of all burn injuries occur in children under the age of 15 years. This practice guideline will outline the essential elements of evaluation and
30 Μαΐ 2019 · Describe the initial management of a child presenting with burn injury. Understand the importance of accurate estimation of burns as a percentage of total body surface area and subsequent fluid resuscitation. Discuss the anaesthetic management of a child with severe burns.
Describe the initial management of a child pre-senting with burn injury. Understand the importance of accurate estima-tion of burns as a percentage of total body surface area and subsequent fluid resuscitation. Discuss the anaesthetic management of a child with severe burns.
The most experienced clinician, in burns, available should assess the patient. Surface area should be charted on an appropriate chart. Record an accurate weight to assist calculation of pain relief medication (especially important in children), and fluid requirements if necessary.
