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Pediatric Burn Injuries


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Special thanks to Debbie Herrell from Shriner's Hospital and Terrence Sheehy with Dare County (NC) EMS.

Introduction

  • Welcome back to the EMS Handoff Podcast
  • Hosts: David Blevins and Bradley Dean
  • Special guest: Debbie Herrell, expert in pediatric burn injuries from the Shriner's Hospital and Terrance Sheehy with Dare County EMS
  • Overview of Pediatric Burn Injuries

    • Unique considerations in treating pediatric burn patients
  • Differences in burn classifications and assessing burn depth
  • Importance of understanding the susceptibility of children's skin to burns
  • Pain Management for Pediatric Burn Patients

    • Effective methods for providing pain relief to pediatric burn patients
  • Pharmacological options and non-pharmacological interventions
  • Distraction techniques tailored for pediatric patients
  • Addressing Emotional and Psychological Impact

    • Understanding the long-lasting emotional and psychological effects of burn injuries on children
  • Providing psychosocial support to pediatric burn patients and their families
  • Involving parents and caregivers in the healing process and connecting them with appropriate resources
  • Resources and Training Opportunities

    • Highlighting organizations such as the American Burn Association and the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians
  • Resources, training programs, and certifications specific to pediatric burn care
  • Importance of interagency collaboration between EMS providers and burn centers
  • Conclusion

    • Thanks to Debbie Herrell for sharing her expertise on pediatric burn injuries
  • Reminder to subscribe for future episodes of the EMS Handoff Podcast
  • Stay safe and keep up the great work in the field
  • Note: These show notes provide a brief summary of the 65th episode of the EMS Handoff Podcast featuring a discussion on pediatric burn injuries. For a comprehensive understanding, please listen to the full episode.

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