Partial-thickness burns: identification and management.
OBJECTIVE
To provide an overview of the appropriate evaluation and management of partial-thickness burns.


BACKGROUND
This continuing-education activity is intended for physicians and nurses with an interest in learning about burn wound care.


OBJECTIVE
After reading the article and taking the test, the participant will be able to: 1. Describe the classification of burn wounds. 2. Identify characteristics of burn wounds and the clinical techniques for diagnosing burn wound depth. 3. Identify the treatment options for partial-thickness burns.
Johnson
R Michael
RM
Miami Valley Hospital Adult Regional Burn Center, USA.
Richard
Reg
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D002053:Burn Units; D002056:Burns / Q000145:classification / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000628:therapy*; D017439:Cicatrix, Hypertrophic / Q000628:therapy; D006801:Humans; D018579:Patient Selection