EPITHELIUM CONNECTIVE TISSUE SKIN
INTEGUMENT
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Question
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What are the 2 most critical factors in treating a severely burned patient?
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Give fluids to counteract dehydration
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Cover the burn with antibiotic dressings to prevent infection
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Keep the patient calm so they do not hyperventilate
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Give the patient food so they will have energy
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Bacterial infection, which may lead to a bloodstream infection (sepsis) Fluid loss, including low blood volume (hypovolemia)
Detailed explanation-2: -Airway evaluation and maintenance with cervical spine protection must always be your first priority. Breathing and ventilation is the next step. Circulation and cardiac status (with hemorrhage control in cases of trauma) is the third step in the emergency burn care process. More items •30-Sept-2015
Detailed explanation-3: -Degree (depth) of the burn, Size (percentage) of the skin that is burned, and. Age of the injured person. Other factors include: Location of the burn on the body, Inhalation of toxic gases or smoke, Type of burn,
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