NREMT Advanced EMT

Category - Trauma

Children become burned by accident all the time. What is the most common type of burn?
  1. Chemical
  2. Direct fire
  3. Scalding
  4. Electrical
Explanation
Answer - C - Scalding is the most common type of burn. The scald injury usually happens by pulling hot liquids off a table or stove. In cases of abuse, hot water immersion is the typical cause. Provide fluid therapy with an isotonic solution, such as normal saline or lactated Ringer’s.
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