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1. burn assessment: what to look for

2. palmar surface method

Inhalation (Fire, Toxic Fumes, Carbon Monoxide), Chemical Burns, Electrical Burns and Lightning InjuriesUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9'sdepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicle

3. electrical burns- protect yourself and the victim

Inhalation (Fire, Toxic Fumes, Carbon Monoxide), Chemical Burns, Electrical Burns and Lightning Injuriesdepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicleUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9's

4. types of burn injuries

Use size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9'sdepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicleInhalation (Fire, Toxic Fumes, Carbon Monoxide), Chemical Burns, Electrical Burns and Lightning Injuries

5. 3rd degree burn

Full-thickness - Involves all layers of the skin as well as fat, muscle, and bone, Dry, Leathery and Charred skinLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicleUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9'sdepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victim

6. care for chemical burns

Brush dry powder off the skin and flush area vigorously in a steady stream of water, While flushing, remove victim's clothing, shoes, stockings, jewelry| If the victim is able, wash with soap and water and rinse thoroughly, after flushing| If chemical got into victim's eyes, irrigate eyes for at least 20 minutes, remove contact lenses, irrigate well underneath liddepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9'sLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicle

7. arcing injury (flash burn)

depth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimCaused when an electrical current jumps from one surface to another, Nearby skin is burned, but electricity does not pass through bodyLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicleUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9's

8. 1st degree burn

Superficial - Only involves the epidermis, or outer layer of skin, Pain and RednessUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9'sdepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicle

9. carbon monoxide

Use size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9'sAn odorless, colorless, tasteless, poisonous gas, Results from incomplete combustion of anything containing carbon (Wood, paper, cotton) also Extremely difficult to detectLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicledepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victim

10. lightning injuries injure the flowing systems

depth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicleNervous system, Sensory system, Integumentary system and Heart and Vascular systemUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9's

11. care fro carbon monoxide poisoning or inhalation injuries

1. Place victim in upright position (Allows for easier breathing) 2.If respiratory distress occurs, maintain adequate airway 3. Remove victim from source of toxic fumes 4. Provide CPR or rescue breathing as necessary 5. Remove any clothing that may restrict chest movement (neckties, necklaces)‏ 6. Activate EMS system immediatelydepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicleUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9's

12. inhalation injuries

13. contact

depth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicleUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9'svictim touches object that gets stuck

14. electrical burns- protect yourself and the victim

Look for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicleUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9'sdepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimIf a victim is holding a power tool, look for cords, If a victim is in a pool, turn off all power at main switch before entering water, If a victim is in a bathtub with an electrical appliance that has energized the water, pull the plug of the appliance before you touch the victim

15. care of lightning injuries

Look for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicledepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victim1. Activate EMS system immediately 2. Survey the scene 3. Utilize CPR, Rescue Breathing, or AED as needed 4. Stabilize victim's neck to prevent aggravating a possible c-spine injury (Move victim to dry ground after stabilizing the neck when possible) 5. If the victim is conscious (Check movement in all extremities, Determine the victim's reaction to pain) 6. While waiting for EMS, assess the victim for open wounds or fracturesUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9's

16. when it comes to burns do not

Use size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9'sdepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicleBreak any blisters that have formed - Contaminate the burn area - Use plastic, non-breathable, non-sterile materials to dress the burn - NEVER apply butter, grease, or fat to a burn - Do not apply ice or an ice pack to serious burns - If a minor burn, can apply cool compress

17. signs and symptoms of electrocution

Dazed and confused condition, Obvious and severe burns on skin surface, Unconsciousness, Weak, irregular, or absent pulse, Shallow, irregular, or absent breathing, Possibility of multiple severe fractures due to intense muscular contractionsdepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9'sLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicle

18. ground current

Use size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9'stravels in waves from area struck- If one foot is closer than other to the strike can cause step voltage, keep feet close together to minimize riskLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicledepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victim

19. direct stick

depth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimusually enters headUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9'sLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicle

20. exceptions when brushing dry powder off the skin

Look for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicleLime powder + water = corrosive| Phenol (carbolic acid) - rinse with alcohol, then irrigate with water| Concentrated sulfuric acid + water = heat, so must be vigorously flushed with hose or shower to removedepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9's

21. problems associated with burns

Airway or respiratory difficulties, Toxic inhalation, Related musculoskeletal injuries, SHOCK, due to (Loss of body fluids, Pain, Anxiety), Swelling, and Infection due to destruction of skin tissueUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9'sLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicledepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victim

22. side flash

Use size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9'sLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicledepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimlightening jumps from another object

23. respiratory distress

Use size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9'sRestriction of chest-wall movement, Restlessness, Difficulty swallowing, Hoarseness, Coughing, Cyanosis - Noisy breathing and Burns of mucous membranes in mouth or nosedepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicle

24. carbon dioxide inhalation signs and symptoms

Look for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicleUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9'sdepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimHeadache, Weakness, Nausea and/or vomiting, Loss of manual dexterity, Confusion, Lethargy, Irrational or reckless behavior and Cherry red skin - this may be a late sign

25. blunt injury

something struck falls on victimdepth/severity, location, percentage of the body burned (rule of 9's and palmar surface method, accompanying complications (preexisting psychical or mental conditions) and age of victimLook for downed wires when a vehicle struck a power pole, Never attempt to move downed wires! - If a power line is lying across a wrecked vehicle, do not touch the vehicle, even if victims are seriously injured- If the victims in the car are conscious, warn them not to leave the vehicleUse size of victim's palm to estimate percentage of body surface burned; Palm is equal to 1% of total body surface area, Not age dependant, like rule of 9's

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