Abstract
Along with the specialized treatment at regional burn centers, advancements in emergency care, transportation, and communication have contributed to marked improvements in patient outcomes. This chapter reviews current procedures for the prehospital and initial emergency care following a burn injury.
Original language | English (US) |
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Title of host publication | Total Burn Care |
Subtitle of host publication | Fifth Edition |
Publisher | Elsevier Inc. |
Pages | 58-65.e1 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9780323497428 |
ISBN (Print) | 9780323476614 |
DOIs | |
State | Published - 2018 |
Keywords
- Burns
- Emergency
- Pediatric
- Prehospital management
- Transportation
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- General Medicine