burn classification
burn affecting the epidermis and upper dermis
what is a superficial - partial thickness burn?
What is proliferation phase?
a device that decreases pressure on the wound to help the wound heal
what is vacuum assisted closure?
increasing ROM, compression, pain management, work and leisure support, scar massage, splinting, silicon gel, pressure therapy
what is OTs role with scar management?
thick and raised that extend outside of the boundary of injury
what is a keloid scar?
burn affecting the superficial epidermis only
what is a superficial burn?
Usually lasts 3-13 days after onset. The wound is typically painful, warm, red, and edema develops.
what is inflammation phase?
a foam or gauze is put directly on the wound before the wound vac is attached
what is dressing for wound VAC?
helps soften and elongate a scar by increasing the pressure, temperature, and blood flow to the scar. also used to improve aesthetic appearance.
what is silicone gel?
thick, rigid, red scars that become apparent 6-8 weeks after wound closure
what is a hypertrophic scar?
burn affecting the epidermis and dermis
what is a deep partial thickness burn?
Begins by the 3rd week after initial healing and may last 2 or more years after the initial burn injury. The fibroblasts leave and collagen remodeling takes place.
what is maturation phase?
bleeding, wound infection, and abnormal connection between the intestinal tract and the skin
what are risk factors of wound vac?
prevention or treatment of hypertrophic scars and scar contractures
what is the primary objective of burn rehabilitation techniques?
burn that extends below the epidermis and dermis into the subcutaneous tissue
what is a full thickness burn?
what is wound infection?
1. can gently pull fluid from the wound over time which helps reduce swelling and may clean bacteria from the wound
2. helps pull the edges of the wound together and may stimulate growth of new tissues that helps the wound
what are ways wound vac works?
soft fabric that is to be worn on the burn site and applies equal pressure throughout the burn. Can help flatten and smooth the scar tissue.
what are pressure or compression garments?
An old lady fell onto a lamp that was plugged in. The bulb of the lamp did not shatter. The old lady could not get up and was laying on the lamp for 2 days. The light burned all the way down to her organs...what type of burn is this?
what is a full thickness with complications burn?
After initial healing, most burn woulds have a red, flat appearance. As the healing process continues, the wound's appearance may change and become a hypertrophic or keloid scar.
what is scar formation?
To become certified, you must be a clinician (Nurse, PT/A, OT/A, Doctor); have about 120 hours of wound care experience (or 2 years working in a center treating wounds); and have completed a wound care certification prep course
what is wound care certification?
when activities should pressure garments be removed? (there are 4)
what is bathing, massage, skin care, and sexual activity?