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Flashcards in Burns Deck (5)
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1
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Thermal Burn

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Flame, flash, scald, hot object contact

2
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Chemical Burn

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Acids, Alkalis, organic compounds

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Superficial Partial Thickness Burns

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Involve superficial epidermal tissue (Top layer)

Causes Erythema, blanching with pressure, Pain, Mild swelling.

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Deep Partial Thickness Burns

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Involve Epidermis and dermis (Top 2 layers)

Causes: Fluid filled vesicles, Its Red, shiny, wet, with mild to moderate edema.

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Full Thickness Burns

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Involve all 3 Layers

Causes :Dry, waxy white, leathery or hard skin, visible thromboses vessels