Summary MDC4_Final_Study_Guide.docx.pdf

Parkland Formula a) 4ml x % BSA x weight (kg)= volume of fluid that needs to be infused b) ½ of the total volume of fluid in first 8 hours c) Last half in 16 hours MAP Calculation a) MAP= 1/3 * SBP + 2/3 * DBP Treatment for frostbite a) Rewarming the skin a. Rewarm the area using a warm-water bath for 15 to 30 minutes b. Skin may turn soft and look red or purple c. You may be encouraged to gently move the affected area as it rewarms. b) Oral pain medicine a. The rewarming process can be painful c) Protecting the injury a. Once the skin thaws, loosely wrap the area with sterile sheets, towels, or dressing to protect the skin. b. May have to protect fingers and toes as they thaw by gently separating them from each other c. You may need to elevate the affected area to reduce swelling