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Classification of Burns - Coggle Diagram

- - - - area of concern because they make self care veery difficult and may jeopardize future function
      - burns to the hands and feet are challenging to manage because of superficial vascular and nerve supply systems that need to be protected while the burn heals
  - - - burns to the ears and the nose are at the risk for infection as the skin is very thin and the underlying skeleton is frequently exposed
      - burns to the buttocks or perineum are at high risk for infection (*urine or feces)
  - - - burns to the face & neck are circumferential burns to the check/back may interfere with breathing as a result of mechanical obstruction secondary to edema or leathery, devitalized burn tissue.
      - these burns may also signal the possibility of smoke or inhalation injury
- - - - epidermis and dermis involvement
      - the burn site appears red, blistered, and may be swollen and painful
  - - - erythema, blanching on pressure, no vesicles to blisters
      - painful and mild swelling
      - Involves epidermis
      - heals in 10-14 days
- - - - at risk = the depth of burn could increase over the first few days
    - - good wound care and hydration are required to prevent infection and minimize damage to these cells
  - - - increased WBCs and nutrients
      - this is the least damaged area of tissue