Citation

Bird D. Emerg. Nurse 1999; 7(2): 27-31.

Affiliation

School of Health, Nursing and Midwifery, University of East Anglia.

Copyright

(Copyright © 1999, RCN Publishing)

DOI

unavailable

PMID

10542542

Abstract

Never underestimate the severity of the injury. History taking must be meticulous and thorough. Accurately assess percent of skin loss--fluid resuscitate as necessary. Monitor for the presence of cardiac arrhythmias. Observe for the development of compartment syndrome. Observe volume and colour of passed urine. Seek expert opinion.

Language: en