Pediatric Emergency Medicine Reports – December 1, 2010
December 1, 2010
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Burn Management in Pediatric Patients
Burn injuries account for half a million visits to the emergency department each year and present numerous challenges in management. The spectrum of burn injuries is immense, ranging from simple first-degree burns with no sequela to third-degree burns with hypermetabolic response. In addition, pediatric patients add unique challenges to providing optimal care.