Wound Care of the Pediatric Burn Patient
Jean MerzShriners Hospital for Children, 3229 Burnet Ave, Cincinnati, OH 24229, USA. [email protected]Christina SchrandFrom the Shriners Hospital for Children, Cincinnati, OhioDonna M. MertensFrom the Shriners Hospital for Children, Cincinnati, OhioCynthia FooteFrom the Shriners Hospital for Children, Cincinnati, OhioKelly PorterFrom the Shriners Hospital for Children, Cincinnati, OhioLisa RegnoldFrom the Shriners Hospital for Children, Cincinnati, Ohio
2003en
ABI
Abstract
Pediatric burn care requires an extensive knowledge of the pathophysiology of burns. Critical to a positive patient outcome is the correlation of burn size and depth with appropriate fluid administration, respiratory management, nutritional support, and wound care. Due to the nature of the injury where patients' recovery times are lengthy, consideration of the child's psychosocial needs must also be part of the total plan of care.
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