Burns
Explore our directory of articles on burns in EMS, which provides essential information for assessing, managing, and treating burn injuries in the field. This collection covers everything from burn classification and first aid to advanced care protocols, ensuring EMS professionals are equipped to handle burn emergencies effectively. Understanding the complexities of burn treatment is crucial for improving patient outcomes. For more related content, visit our resources on Trauma Care. Stay informed and enhance your skills in managing burn injuries with our expert-driven articles.
Test your knowledge on the various types of burns you may encounter and how to manage them
On this episode, our co-hosts weigh in on a hotly debated topic within the first responder community regarding a pediatric transport in a fire engine
First responders need to train for prolonged patient care for the calls when ambulances are delayed or unavailable
John O鈥橪eary, a survivor of 100 percent TBSA burn as a child, delivered an inspiring opening keynote to Pinnacle EMS conference attendees
HCMC in Minneapolis and Regions Hospital in St. Paul have emerged as pioneers in frostbite treatment and earned national recognition for their work
The paramedic and firefighter were both passing by when they saw the fiery crash and stopped to help
Robert Marriott was counseling at a camp for burn survivors when he remembered George after hearing the story of his injury
鈥淗er hair was fried like it had been stuck in a light socket, her face was black and her body was severely burned,鈥� former fire chief Cole Haley said
Flight nurse Dave Repsher was on a Flight for Life helicopter that crashed on July 3, 2015 and caught fire
EMT Jim White pulled the driver out of the car after she hit the back of a propane truck
Hospitals with enhanced capabilities to treat trauma, cardiac care, pediatrics, burns and more are providing specialized care and changing transport algorithms
Michael Torres denied the allegations and suggested to the jury that it was his girlfriend who might have burned the children
The woman lost her sandals and walked about a half-mile in the sand
Show off your trauma knowledge with this quiz about trauma patient assessment and treatment
The fish skin acts as a buffer and allows burn wounds to heal in a sterilized setting
Ricardo Jimenez, 24, said he immediately parked his car and took off his pants when they began to smoke
Firefighters immediately performed CPR on the toddlers and rushed them to an ambulance
Since the state鈥檚 wildfires worsened, hospitals have admitted over a dozen patients with fire-related injuries
The student suffered a leg burn and was taken to a hospital for treatment
The lawsuit spurred the creation of a new policy that requires personnel to undergo training on how to use heat packs
Paramedics treated the girl and took her to a hospital; her recovery will be painful
Kayden Culp was placed into a medically induced coma Oct. 2 after suffering burns on 20 percent of his body
The 10-year old victim is in critical condition as his organs began to fail Wednesday
Police suspect illegal fireworks explosion responsible for girl鈥檚 hand amputation and blast injuries to her face
Officials said someone erroneously called 911 reporting hundreds of people needed medical attention for severe burns
Rangers believe a man died after falling into a thermal hot spring in the Norris Geyser Basin area of Yellowstone National Park
Look for these signs and symptoms to identify patients suffering from smoke inhalation and cyanide poisoning
Police hunt for suspects and those responsible for the illegal fireworks display
Two of the men had to undergo surgery for skin grafts on their thighs
Video shows moment when firefighters handed off a 4-month-old, one of three rescued children, to FTO Anna Reeves
NC Paramedic Lorrie Williams has burns over 80 percent of her body from the explosion
The 19-year-old man died of smoke inhalation and burns
