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What are common psychosocial issues faced by burn patients? - ANSWER-
Depression, anxiety, body image issues, financial stress.
What is the significance of the ABCs in burn care? - ANSWER-Airway,
Breathing, Circulation - essential for initial treatment.
What is the purpose of pre-medication before procedures in burn care? -
ANSWER-To manage pain and prevent respiratory depression.
, What is the role of the dermatome in skin grafting? - ANSWER-It is a tool used to
remove grafts from the donor site.
What is the risk associated with the open method of wound care? - ANSWER-
Increased risk of fluid and heat loss.
What is the typical appearance of a full thickness (3rd degree) burn? - ANSWER-
Red/white/brown/black, dry, leathery, with no pain due to destroyed nerves.
What are the common causes for a tracheostomy? - ANSWER-Respiratory failure,
cancer, trauma, surgery.
What is the first step in trach suctioning? - ANSWER-Use sterile technique and
lubricate the suction tubing/catheter.
How long should suctioning be limited to during trach suctioning? - ANSWER-10-
15 seconds.
What should be done before and after suctioning a tracheostomy? - ANSWER-
Oxygenate the patient.
What is the purpose of the cuff in a trach tube? - ANSWER-To prevent backup of
food and stomach acid.
What should be monitored regarding the cuff pressure of a trach tube? -
ANSWER-Check cuff pressure twice daily.