PPT-Management of Minor Burns and Sunburn; Pharmacist Role

Learning outcomes Learn about different type of skin burn Learn how to provide a quick pharmaceutical advice when patient seeking your advice in such situation Learn about the cases you should refer for medical attention. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.. So, what is the risk of sunburn? Well, a person’s risk of getting melanoma (cancer) . doubles. once she or he has had 5 sunburns.. CWEST - THE DANGERS OF SUNBURN.. Management Plan May 2007 BURNS BOG ECOLOGICAL CONSERVANCY AREA MANAGEMENT PLAN TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 INTRODUCTION................................................................................. Ruqayah A Al Hajji . Burns definition . A burn refers to any . damage to body tissue. due to heat, chemicals, . radiation. or electricity. Thermal burns. are . caused by direct contact with an external heat source such as fire, hot liquids (scalding), hot objects or steam. . ?. Dr Nick Bray, Chairman, Somerset LMC. The Current NHS contracting and Commissioning arrangements are no longer fit for purpose as society has changed so much since 1948 . Demand Drivers. Demographic change. ?. Dr Nick Bray, Chairman, Somerset LMC. The Current NHS contracting and Commissioning arrangements are no longer fit for purpose as society has changed so much since 1948 . Demand Drivers. Demographic change. It's . a happy occasion and the last thing on your mind is the possibility, even a minute one, of things going very, very wrong. . The bad news is that every single year, during Diwali, there are hundreds of accidental fires in homes culminating in injuries and even death. The festival of joy turns into a tragedy for the families affected. . Thermal burns. 2. “ABC . of burns: Pathophysiology and types of . burns” . BMJ. 2004 June 12; 328(7453): 1427–1429.. Burns: . MedlinePlus. Medical Encyclopedia. First aid for . burns. For minor burns, soak in . CONSULTANT PLASTIC AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGEON. National Hospital Abuja. OUTLINE. INTRODUCTION. CAUSES. PATHOPHYSIOLOGY. BURN CARE. INHALATION INJURY. WOUND CARE. CHEMICAL BURN. ELECTRICAL BURN. COMPLICATIONS. Minor BurnsThink of the skin as a coat of armor for the human body When a burn injury occurs it causes a break in the skinand may subsequently cause an infection if it is not treated appropriately or Associate Professor Surgery.. Fiji National University.. Functions of the Skin. Skin is the largest organ of the body. Essential for:. - Thermoregulation. - Prevention of fluid loss by evaporation. . intro. Functions of the Skin:.  Protects body against bacteria..  Prevents fluid loss..  Regulates temperature..  Initiates immune response..  Sensation..  Aesthetic & psychological importance.. A&E/266.2 (2015) Page 1 of 5 For Review Spring 2018 Information for patients Braille and in languages other than English, upon request. This leaflet tells you about minor burns and scalds, how to a Sunburn is a common skin condition that occurs when the skin is exposed to excessive ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun. The result is red, painful, and sometimes blistered skin that can cause discomfort and disrupt daily activities. The duration of sunburn can vary depending on factors such as the severity of the burn, your skin type, and the steps you take to promote healing. Let\'s explore the stages of how long does sunburn last. The Postoperative Opioid Reduction Initiative: A Quality Improvement Initiative for Gynecologic Surgeries at a Tertiary Care Center. BACKGROUND. The rate of opioid overdoses has tripled since 1999 and is continuing to rise. .