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  • Title: [Cooling and irrigation, volume replacement, pain management. First aid in burns].
    Author: Boscher A, Lackner K, Ruppert M, Kanz GK, Mutschler WE.
    Journal: MMW Fortschr Med; 2002 Jun 13; 144(24):22-6. PubMed ID: 12134720.
    Abstract:
    Of decisive importance for the outcome of burn victims are the depth and extent of the burn, and the age and general state of health of the patient. At the site of the injury, the most important initial measure is the abundant application of cold water to the undressed victim. Early intubation of the burn victim should not be employed too readily. When the burns cover more than 10% of the body surface there is an acute danger of shock, and rapid fluid replacement must be aggressively pursued; the infused volume is calculated on the basis of the extent of the burn (Parkland formula). To treat pain, the i.v. administration of opiates or ketamine in combination with benzodiazepines has proven value. The onsite management of the burns should be restricted to the application of sterile dressings. Grade 1 and 2a burns may be treated out of hospital by cooling, cold water application, burn ointment dressings. More severe burns require hospitalization and surgical management. Since the severity of burn trauma is often underestimated, rapid hospitalization is to be recommended.
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