Burns

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Burns

Progression

  • When did disease process start
  • Initial or subsequent visit

Location

  • Anatomical site
  • Laterality

Acuity

  • Degree (1st, 2nd 3rd, 4th) if the burn is external

Name

  • Type of burn:
    • Thermal-caused by heat (flames, hot metal, scalding liquids, etc.)
    • Corrosive-caused by chemicals

Necessary Procedures

  • Interventions as appropriate-pain medications, antibiotics, skin grafts, etc.

Other

  • Percent of body surface involved
  • Associated infection
  • If due to bacteria or virus

Why

  • Details of the injury (where, when, how) and all other comorbid conditions