Burn Wound Care

Karen J. Kowalske

doi:10.1016/j.pmr.2011.03.004

Burn Wound Care

Karen J. Kowalske

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Abstract

The goals of burn wound care are removal of nonviable tissue, prevention of infection, and facilitation of wound healing, while controlling pain and maximizing outcome. This article reviews the basic pathophysiology of burn wounds; describes the evaluation of the depth, location, and extent of the wound; and discusses the myriad of wound care products on the market including their strengths and weaknesses. This article guides the reader through wound assessment and designing the appropriate treatment plan.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	213-227
Number of pages	15
Journal	Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America
Volume	22
Issue number	2
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pmr.2011.03.004
State	Published - May 2011

Keywords

Burn wound
Dressings
Wound assessment

ASJC Scopus subject areas

Physical Therapy, Sports Therapy and Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation

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