Background/Misc

Criteria to be referred to a Burn Center

1. Partial thickness >10% TBSA

2. Face, hands, feet, genitalia, perineum, major joints (increased risk of functional changes)

3. Full Thickness

4. Electrical, Chemical, or inhalation

Most Common etiologies for burn injuries

Fire/flame and Scald

Burn prevention strategies inside the home

1. Smoke alarm

   1. Check each month and change battery every 6 months

2. Carbon monoxide detector

3. Never set water heater >120F

4. Never smoke while receiving O2

5. Do not leave anything unattended on the stove

6. Avoid long sleeves when cooking

7. TURN POT HANDLES INWARD

8. Use rear burner

Burn Prevention Outside the Home

1. Never refill a hot engine

2. Never use flammable liquids to start campfire/on already burning fire

3. Do not touch downed electrical wires

4. Use SPF >30 when outdoors and reapply often.

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