chapter 66 burns quiz 7

What are the increased risks for older adults when it comes to burns?

Aging or disease can reduce sensory perceptions, increase risk for peripheral neuropathy, reduce mobility, and cause cognitive changes.

What water temperature settings should be recommended to reduce burn risk?

Water temperature settings should be no higher than 110°F.

What is the mortality rate from burn injuries annually in the United States?

Approximately 3,800 people die annually from burns.

What are the classifications of burn depth?

Superficial (First Degree), Superficial Partial Thickness (Second Degree), Deep Partial Thickness (Second Degree), Full Thickness (Third Degree), and Fourth Degree.

What is the Rule of Nines used for in burn assessment?

It is a method for estimating the total body surface area (TBSA) involved with burns.

What immediate causes lead to cell damage in burns?

The immediate cause is heat, with severity dependent on the temperature, duration of contact, thickness of the tissue exposed, and location of the burn.

What is the Zone of Coagulation in burn injury?

The most severe injury and deepest area of burn injury.

What nutritional needs do clients require after a burn injury?

Clients may require increased calories (4,000-5,000/day) and protein support (2.0-2.5 g/kg).

What are common complications associated with burn injuries?

Anemia, hemoconcentration, renal failure, increased gastric acidity, inhalation injuries, cardiac dysrhythmias, and CNS complications.

What initiates fluid shifts and electrolyte deficits after a burn?

Fluid shifts occur post-burn with fluid moving toward the burn area, causing edema and potentially leading to shock if unmonitored.