Feel the Burn
Which burn only affects the epidermis with redness and pain?
First-degree (superficial)
Anterior chest + abdomen burn equals what % TBSA?
18% (Rule of Nines)
Which electrolyte imbalance is common in acute burn phase?
Hyponatremia
Normal
First Line treatment for anaphylactic shock
IM epinephrine
Blistering and severe pain are seen in which burn depth?
Deep partial-thickness
Which method best estimates TBSA in children?
Lund & Browder chart
Main intervention to prevent contractures?
ROM exercises and splints
Which shock is caused by blood/fluid loss?
Hypovolemic shock
Priority action in septic shock after cultures?
Broad-spectrum antibiotics
Which burn type destroys nerve endings, appearing white/leathery?
Third-degree (full thickness)
Using Parkland formula: 4mL × kg × %TBSA, what is fluid for 70kg with 36% burns?
10,080 mL/24h
How long should pressure garments be worn daily?
23 hrs/day for 1-2 years
Which shock shows hypotension and bradycardia after a spinal cord injury?
Neurogenic Shock
Which lab indicates hypoperfusion in sepsis?
Lactate >4 mmol/L
Why are electrical burns dangerous?
Deep tissue injury not visible externally
Which IV fluid is preferred in first 24 hrs of burn resuscitation?
Lactated Ringer’s
What complication is suspected with fever, increased WBCs, and purulent drainage?
Infection
Early septic shock skin is warm or cool?
Warm (bounding pulses)
What is the goal urine output in shock resuscitation?
> or equal to 30 mL/hr
Which sign suggests inhalation injury?
Hoarseness, carbonaceous sputum, singed nasal hairs
Best indicator of adequate fluid resuscitation?
Urine output 30–50 mL/hr
Psychological complication common after severe burns?
PTSD
Which shock shows severe allergic reaction with airway swelling?
Anaphylactic shock
What complication is 2 or more organs failing after sepsis?
Multiple Organ Dysfunction Syndrome (MODS)