CBRN Burn Pathophysiology & Wound Care Management

Question 1

What is the primary physiological response to a severe burn injury?

Accepted Answer

Hypovolemia and capillary leakage

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Vasoconstriction and low output

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Hypervolemia and low inflammation

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Minimal physiological change

Question 2

Which classification describes a full-thickness burn?

Accepted Answer

Full-thickness burn

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First-degree burn

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Superficial partial-thickness burn

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Deep partial-thickness burn

Question 3

What is the primary goal of wound debridement in burn care?

Accepted Answer

Remove dead tissue and promote healing

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Reduce fluid loss

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Promote scar formation

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Prevent debridement

Question 4

Which fluid is most commonly used in initial burn resuscitation?

Accepted Answer

Lactated Ringer's

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Normal saline

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Dextrose 5%

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Hypertonic saline

Question 5

What is the Parkland formula used for?

Accepted Answer

Estimate fluid resuscitation needs

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Estimate nutritional needs

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Calculate burn surface area

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Determine surgical schedule

Question 6

Why are burn patients at increased risk for infection?

Accepted Answer

Barrier loss and immune suppression

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They have higher white blood cell counts

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Skin remains intact

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Enhanced tissue oxygenation

Question 7

What role does silver sulfadiazine play in wound care?

Accepted Answer

Topical antimicrobial for burn wounds

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Promotes tissue necrosis

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Used as a systemic antibiotic

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Reduces swelling systemically

Question 8

Which sign is a key indicator of compartment syndrome in burn patients?

Accepted Answer

Severe pain unrelieved by medication

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Reduced appetite

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Bradycardia

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Cool extremities

Question 9

What is the purpose of using a wound dressing in burn care?

Accepted Answer

Protect wound and support healing

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Dry the wound completely

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Avoid contact with air

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Promote infection