Pediatric and Neonatal Surge Annex: Burn Care Guidelines

• 2017

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These guidelines provide important information on how to care for children with burns. It describes steps for first aid, treatment options, and when to seek medical help. The guidelines also explain how to prevent infections and manage pain in young patients. They emphasize the importance of a quick response and proper care to improve recovery outcomes. Additionally, it includes tips on preventing burns at home by using safety measures like keeping hot items out of reach from children. The aim is to ensure that kids receive the best possible care after a burn injury.

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Focus Area: Trauma

Audiences: EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Response

Keywords: Burn Units; Burns; Critical Care; Emergency Medical Services; Infant, Newborn; Pediatrics; Wound Healing

Institutions: Illinois EMS for Children (EMSC); Illinois Department of Public Health

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